Indian Army soldiers are scheduled to hold exercises with the Army personnel of Oman and Vietnam, the two countries which are strategically significant for India. Indian Army said the 4th edition of the exercise, AL Najah with the Royal Army of Oman, will be held at the foreign training node of Mahajan Field Firing ranges in Rajasthan state from 1st to 13th August. Close to 60 personnel from the Sultan of Oman Parachute Regiment will hold an exercise with Indian troops from the 18 Mechanised Infantry Battalion. The exercise aims to enhance defense cooperation and will further manifest in enhancing bilateral relations according to the Indian Army. These exercises with the two countries will add to the existing strong defense ties. A 45-member Vietnam People`s Army Contingent comprising Medical and Combat Engineers is scheduled to exercise with Indian Army troops of the 105 Engineer Regiment. India-Oman Defence cooperation has emerged as a key pillar of the strategic partnership between the two countries.
