India and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen cooperation to address contemporary challenges and enhance security in the Indo-Pacific region. During his visit to the UK, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan held talks with his counterpart Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to tackling global issues, including cyber threats, while promoting a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

General Chauhan also interacted with faculty at the Royal College of Defence Studies and addressed senior officers on evolving military strategies. He met UK defence industry leaders to boost collaboration in manufacturing, technology transfer and supply chains. The CDS also held discussions with UK ministers, including Luke Pollard and Seema Malhotra, focusing on deepening defence and strategic ties.