¨     An Indian Air Force contingent has reached France to participate in Garuda-2025.

¨     IAF personnel have reached  Mont-de-Marsan Air Base in France to take part in this bilateral air exercise.

¨     The exercise will take place from November 16 to 27.

¨     India and France continue to deepen their long-standing strategic defence ties.

¨     India and France defence ties cover technology cooperation, security coordination, and joint military engagement.

¨     Garuda-2025 will highlight the professionalism and operational strength of both participating air forces.

¨     As part of the exercise, India’s Su-30 MKI fighters will train with Rafale aircraft of French Air and Space Force.

¨     The aim is to improve coordination, share operational knowledge, and reinforce defence collaboration.