India advocates for an independent Indo-Pacific at ASEAN-India Defence Forum, says Raksha Mantri.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the country's vision for an Indo-Pacific region where all nations can independently make choices and pursue peaceful development during the first ASEAN-India Defence Think Tank Forum in New Delhi on October 14, 2026. He highlighted the importance of building trust, respecting sovereignty, adhering to international law, and maintaining open dialogue to address both emerging and traditional challenges. Singh also stressed the significance of strengthening maritime cooperation and interoperability to ensure a stable maritime order. He advocated for self-reliance in defense, suggesting that it should foster collaboration with trusted partners in co-development and local industry support.
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