What did the 10th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue reveal about the Indo-Pacific’s future?

The dialogue was co-chaired by Thailand’s Deputy Permanent Secretary for Defence, Admiral Nuttapol Diewvanich, and Joint Secretary of Defence, Government of India, Satyajit Mohanty.

During the meeting, both sides discussed the evolving security environment in the Indo-Pacific region and exchanged perspectives on key regional developments. They reaffirmed the importance of strengthening cooperation to promote peace, stability, and prosperity across the region.

The delegations reviewed progress made in bilateral defence cooperation since the previous dialogue. Discussions covered ongoing military-to-military engagements, capacity-building initiatives, training exchanges, maritime cooperation, and other areas of mutual interest.

The dialogue also reviewed ongoing defence industry cooperation between the two countries. Both sides explored opportunities to deepen collaboration in defence manufacturing, research, innovation, and capability development, with a view to fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between their respective defence ecosystems.

The delegations further exchanged views on cooperation under regional and multilateral defence frameworks, including ASEAN-led mechanisms. They reiterated their commitment to enhancing practical cooperation and addressing shared security challenges through sustained dialogue and collaboration.

The meeting concluded with discussions on future engagements and the roadmap for advancing bilateral defence ties. India and Thailand elevated their relationship to a formal Strategic Partnership in 2025, marking a significant milestone in their growing partnership.