Dr Prakash Panneerselvam, Assistant Professor, National Institute of Advanced Studies, November 2023
In recent years there has been considerable progress under the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, especially in defence and security cooperation, as well as the Mutual Logistics Support Arrangement, which enables greater cross-service military activity and deployment of aircraft from each other’s territories.
The AUSINDEX maritime exercise, with its focus on anti-submarine warfare, has significantly bolstered the capabilities of both navies. Furthermore, the 2023 Malabar Exercise off the coast of Sydney showcased the increased collaboration and interoperability among Quad nations.