What happened
On October 23, 2025, India and Armenia convened the Joint Working Group Meeting on Defence Cooperation in Hyderabad, Telangana, to advance bilateral defence and industrial collaboration. The meeting brought together delegations led by Vishwesh Negi, Joint Secretary (IC), Ministry of Defence, and Levon Ayvazyan, Head of Policy and International Military Cooperation Department, Ministry of Defence of Armenia. Both sides exchanged views on defence partnerships, industrial cooperation, and issues of mutual interest in the security domain, reaffirming their shared commitment to deepening strategic ties.
Why it matters to India
The meeting reinforces India’s growing defence engagement with Armenia amid evolving regional security dynamics. It highlights India’s emergence as a trusted defence partner and exporter of advanced military technologies under Atmanirbhar Bharat. Strengthening cooperation with Armenia not only expands India’s footprint in Eurasia but also aligns with its strategic objective of diversifying partnerships and supporting stability in the broader South Caucasus region. The discussions mark another step in institutionalising long-term military collaboration and fostering mutual trust between the two countries.