2 December 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. Indian Army And Singapore Armed Forces Conclude Joint Military Exercise “Agni Warrior – 2024”
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2079355®=3&lang=1 )
| Context |
| ● The 13th Joint Military Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024) between India and Singapore focused on enhancing artillery cooperation and interoperability.
● Held in Maharashtra, it emphasized joint firepower planning, new-generation technology use, and mutual understanding under the United Nations Charter. |
Overview
- The 13th edition of Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024) concluded on 30th November 2024 at Field Firing Ranges, Devlali, Maharashtra.
- It is a bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).
Participation
- 182 personnel from the Singapore Artillery and 114 personnel from the Indian Army’s Regiment of Artillery participated.
Objective
- To enhance mutual understanding of drills and procedures for jointness as a multinational force under the United Nations Charter.
Key Activities
- Joint firepower planning and execution with the use of New Generation Equipment.
- Focus on coordination, understanding of capabilities, and evolution of common procedures.
- Exchange of best practices and niche technologies to improve artillery operations.
Significance
- Strengthened bilateral military ties and interoperability.
- Enhanced expertise in Fire Power planning and joint artillery procedures.
