India, Japan to conduct two-week air exercise Veer Guardian in Jodhpur from today
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Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- Times of India20:07first to report
Mon, 21 September 2026
2 reports- Times of India05:23
Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 highlights India-Japan defence ties strengthening significantly. Japanese fighter aircraft operated from India for the first time during the exercise. This demonstrates growing trust and interoperability between the two Indo-Pacific powers. Defence technology cooperation has also gained momentum with joint projects. Both nations are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
- Times of India06:48
Jodhpur will host India's renowned multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti, gathering global air forces for collaborative aerial operations and tactical training. Building on the momentum from the India-Japan air combat exercise Veer Guardian, this event will facilitate the exchange of operational practices and execution of intricate aerial missions. The primary objective is to enhance interoperability and deepen understanding of various operational protocols.