New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Sunday held bilateral talks with General Carsten Breuer, Chief of Defence, Germany, aimed at reinforcing defence ties and enhancing military cooperation between the two nations.

The engagement saw focused discussions centred on Operation Sindoor.

In a post on X, the Headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff stated, 'General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff #India interacts with General Carsten Breuer, Chief of Defence, #Germany reinforcing defence ties. Fruitful engagement on strengthening bilateral #MilitaryCooperation between both nations held, with focussed discussions centred on # OperationSindoor.'

The post further underlined the broader implications of the meeting: 'This significant engagement highlights India's commitment to expanding its strategic defence partnerships.'

Earlier, General Chauhan also held bilateral talks with Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force, Singapore, to reinforce India-Singapore defence ties.

The discussions focused on enhancing military collaboration and interoperability to address evolving security challenges in the region, particularly in the backdrop of Operation Sindoor.

In a post on X, the Headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff wrote, 'General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff #India holds bilateral talks with Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force #Singapore, reinforcing defence ties between both nations. Discussions held on enhancing #MilitaryCollaboration and interoperability to address evolving security challenges in the region, in the backdrop of #OperationSindoor.'

'Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a stable, secure and rules-based #IndoPacific, reinforcing strong defence ties between the two nations. A crucial step in deepening India-Singapore strategic cooperation!' the post added.

Earlier in the day, General Chauhan participated in the Chiefs of Defence Round Table at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. At this event, global defence leaders from countries including Australia, the European Union, France, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, the UK, and the US discussed critical security challenges, emerging trends, and innovative solutions. The talks focused on strategic decision-making, sharing best practices, and fostering cooperation to promote stability and address evolving security concerns in the defence sector. (ANI)