New Delhi, Feb 21: Deepening the bilateral defence co-operation, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in the joint bilateral Exercise Eastern Bridge VI with Royal Air Force Oman (RAFO). This will enhance operational efficiency through interoperability and will learn best practices and operate together.

 

 

"Enhancing operational efficiency through #Interoperability. #IAF and #RAFO contingents prepare for Exercise Eastern Bridge VI. This event will provide a platform for both Air Forces to learn best practices and operate together," tweeted Indian Air Force.

 

 

 

Ex Eastern Bridge V was held in October 2019 at the Air Force Base Masirah, Oman. IAF contingent comprised MiG-29 and C-17 aircraft. It was the first time that MIG-29 fighter aircraft participated in an International Exercise outside India.

 

On February 14, Rear Admiral Saif Bin Nassir Bin Mohsin Al Rahbi, Commander Royal Navy of Oman, called on Chief of Army Staff General MM Naravane and discussed ways to enhance the bilateral defence cooperation between India and Oman.

 

 

Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla met visiting Commander of the Royal Navy of Oman. Both sides discussed enhancing bilateral defence cooperation and maritime security. It should be noted that on February 1, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Oman's Defence Ministry's Secretary-General Dr Mohammed Bin Nasser Bin Ali Al-Zaabi and decided to identify new avenues and examine areas of mutual interest to enhance the defence industry cooperation.