Less than a month after Oman’s high protection ministry officers and the nation’s Navy chief visited India to strengthen bilateral ties, the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) started a bilateral joint train on Monday.
Enhancing operational effectivity by means of #Interoperability,#IAF and #RAFO contingents put together for Exercise Eastern Bridge VI.
This occasion will present a platform for each Air Forces to be taught greatest practices and function collectively.#BridgesOfFriendship pic.twitter.com/YDcFnonguH
— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) February 21, 2022
The IAF stated in a press release Monday that the bilateral train named Eastern Bridge – VI will probably be held from February 21 to February 25 at Air Force Station Jodhpur. “This would be the sixth edition of the exercise. It will provide an opportunity to enhance operational capability and interoperability between the two Air Forces,” the assertion added.
It additionally said that participation by each the air forces within the train “will promote professional interaction, exchange of experiences and enhancement of operational knowledge, besides strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.”
Various dignitaries, the IAF stated, will go to the Jodhpur Air Force Station in the course of the train.
Oman is considered one of India’s strongest protection companions within the Gulf area, and all three providers have bilateral exchanges and workouts with Oman’s providers. Additionally, Oman additionally supplies operational assist to the Indian Navy within the Arabian Sea, and India has entry to the Duqm port, which has strengthened India’s functionality and maritime technique within the Indian Ocean Region, particularly in opposition to China’s aggressive advance within the area.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
