PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldIndia Advances Security Role in ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting
At the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, India emphasized strengthening its Act East policy through enhanced regional security cooperation. The meeting, under the Philippine chairmanship and theme 'Navigating Our Future, Together,' included ASEAN members and eight dialogue partners. India aims to contribute more operationally to Indo-Pacific security while supporting ASEAN centrality and inclusive partnerships, as highlighted by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Deccan Herald··Lapu-Lapu City


