Talisman Sabre meet in Australia: Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, who is the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff of India, recently visited Australia between July 26 and 28 for the big military event called Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025. This is the 11th time this exercise is being held, and it includes joint drills and planning between different countries.
This time, 6 Indian Armed Forces officers joined in, working on things like planning, safety, logistics, and controlling operations. In earlier years like 2021 and 2023, Indian officers had joined as observers, but this time they played a more active role. The exercise focuses on how well different countries can work together in the air, on land, in the sea, as well as in space and cyber areas.
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During his visit, Air Marshal Dixit joined the Chiefs of Joint Operations Conclave that was part of the exercise and held in Darwin. He took part in important talks on modern-day military matters, covering all kinds of warfare. The conclave brought military leaders from 19 countries together.
It helped start strong conversations about how countries can work better together in different kinds of military situations, also called Multi-Domain Operations. It also showed that India is serious about working with others to keep the Indo-Pacific region safe, free, and open.
Meetings with US and Australian Military Leaders
During the event, Air Marshal Dixit also held several key meetings. One of the most important meetings was with Lieutenant General Joshua Rudd, who is the Deputy Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command. The two discussed different ways both nations could work together more in the future. They talked about strengthening defence partnerships and doing more joint operations, reported The Hans India.
According to the Indian Integrated Defence Staff headquarters, “Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff #CISC #HQ_IDS held bilateral discussions with Lt Gen Joshua Rudd, Deputy Commander US Indo-Pacific Command on the sidelines of Exercise #TalismanSabre2025. Various avenues for strengthening #DefenceCooperation and collaboration, as well as future operational opportunities, were discussed. #India – #USA Defence engagements underscore mutual resolve towards #RegionalSecurity and stability in the #IndoPacific.”
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Air Marshal Dixit also met with Vice Admiral Justin Jones, who is the Chief of Joint Operations of the Australian Defence Forces. Their meeting was also held during the same exercise. They discussed how the two countries’ military ties have grown stronger, especially since the two nations now have a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The leaders talked about working together even more in the future.
The Integrated Defence Staff shared, “Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff #CISC #HQ_IDS_India, held bilateral discussions with Vice Admiral Justin Jones, Chief of Joint Operations, Australian Defence Forces, on the sidelines of Exercise #TalismanSabre2025. The military leaders discussed the growing #DefenceCooperation, with the elevation of bilateral relations between both nations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Future avenues for operational interaction and cooperation were also discussed.”
