The Indian Army and theJapanese Ground Self-Defense Force(JGSDF ) are participating in the ongoing bilateral training exercise, Exercise Dharma Guardian-2023 scheduled at Camp Imazu in Shiga province, Japan. The contingent of theIndian Armyarrived in Japan and the opening ceremony of the fourth edition of Exercise Dharma Guardian was held atAibano Field Firing Range. Notably, this is the first time ever that the DG series of exercises is being organised in Japan.

The warriors, participating in the annual exercise, will share experiences gained during operations in order to enhance interoperability in planning and execution.

It will further enhance the level of DEFENCE co-operation between the Indian Army and Japanese Ground Self-Defense Forces, enhancing the bilateral relations between the two nations.

Notably, Exercise Dharma Guardian-2023, which has been organised in line with several other military training exercises undertaken by India with various countries, is crucial and significant in terms of the security challenges faced by both nations against the backdrop of the current global situation. The Exercise Dharma Guardian-2023 is an annual exercise that takes place between the soldiers of both countries.