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VINBAX-2023: India and Vietnam Strengthen Defense Ties Through Joint Military Exercise
What is VINBAX-2023?
VINBAX-2023 is the fourth edition of the annual Joint Military Exercise between India and Vietnam conducted alternatively in each country every year.
When and where is VINBAX-2023 being held?
VINBAX-2023 is being held in Hanoi, Vietnam from December 11th to 21st, 2023.
What are the objectives of the VINBAX exercise?
The three objectives of the VINBAX exercise are: to foster collaborative partnerships; promote interoperability; and share best practices between the two sides under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter on Peace Keeping Operations.
How is the exercise VINBAX-2023 structured?
VINBAX-2023 is conducted as a Command Post Exercise and Field Training Exercise focusing on:
- Deployment and employment of an Engineer Company
- Deployment and employment of a Medical Team
Who all are participating in VINBAX-2023?
The participants in VINBAX-2023 are
- 45 personnel from Indian Armed Forces
- 39 from Engineer Regiment of Bengal Engineer Group
- 6 from Army Medical Corps
- 45 personnel from Vietnam People’s Army
What activities will be conducted during the VINBAX-2023 exercise?
The key activities during the VINBAX-2023 exercise will be:
- Joint rehearsal of tactics, techniques and procedures
- Exchange ideas on modern construction methods
- Rehearsals of combat engineering and medical tasks
- Validation exercise to showcase standards attained
How will the exercise culminate?
The exercise will culminate in a Validation Exercise showcasing the standards attained by both contingents.
What is the expected outcome of the joint exercise?
The expected outcomes of the joint exercise are:
- Promote understanding and interoperability between the contingents
- Further strengthen India-Vietnam defence cooperation