EXERCISE SADA TANSEEQ

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Context

The inaugural edition of India-Saudi Arabia Joint Military Exercise ‘SADA TANSEEQ’ commenced at Mahajan, Rajasthan.

Details

Participants

• Saudi Arabian Contingent: Royal Saudi Land Forces, 45 personnel
• Indian Army Contingent: A Battalion from the Brigade of the Guards (Mechanised Infantry), 45 personnel

Objective

• Train troops of both sides for Joint Operations in Semi Desert terrain under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. 

Key Focus Areas:

• Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures: Share best practices in the tactics, techniques, and procedures of conducting operations in sub-conventional domains.
• Interoperability: Develop interoperability between the two contingents.
• Bond and Camaraderie: Facilitate bonhomie and camaraderie between troops from both sides.

Other exercises

• Exercise Al-Mohad Al-Hindi: India and Saudi Arabia recently conducted their first naval joint exercise Al-Mohad Al-Hindi.

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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Discuss the evolving dynamics of India-Saudi Arabia defence relations and their significance in the context of regional security. Highlight key areas of collaboration, challenges, and the potential impact on the geopolitical landscape. (250 Words)