Source: PIB
Subject: Defence
Context: An Indian Army contingent has departed for the India–UAE Joint Military Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II (2025) to be held in Abu Dhabi.
About Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II 2025:
What it is?
- DESERT CYCLONE–II is the second edition of the bilateral joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the UAE Land Forces, aimed at enhancing operational cooperation.
Host country: United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi)
Participating nations:
- India: 45 personnel from a battalion of The Mechanised Infantry Regiment
- UAE: Personnel from 53 Mechanised Infantry Battalion, UAE Land Forces
Aim:
- To train jointly for sub-conventional operations under a UN mandate.
- To prepare forces for peacekeeping, counter-terrorism and stability operations in urban environments.
Key features:
- Training in fighting in built-up areas (FIBUA).
- Heliborne operations and detailed joint mission planning.
- Integration of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Counter-UAS techniques.
- Focus on urban warfare scenarios and joint tactical drills.
Significance:
- Strengthens bilateral defence ties and military diplomacy between India and the UAE.
- Enhances mutual understanding of tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs).
