Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande engaged in high-level professional dialogues with his American counterpart, General Randy George, and other senior military officials during discussions on bilateral matters of importance. The talks focused on strengthening mutual commitment to global peace and security. General Pande, on an official four-day visit to the US starting February 13, marks the first visit by an Indian Army chief to the country in several years. “The discussions were aimed at aspects of bilateral importance and further enhancing mutual commitment towards global peace and security,” according to an official post on the Twitter handle by the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) of the Indian Army.
During his ongoing official visit, Gen Pande reviewed the US Army Honour Guard on arrival at Fort Myers and thereafter, in a solemn ceremony, paid respect by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arlington National Cemetery.
Thereafter, according to the official post, General Manoj Pande participated in “high-level professional discussions” with General Randy George, the Chief of Staff of the United States Army, and other senior military leaders. The discussions were aimed at aspects of bilateral importance and further enhancing mutual commitment towards global peace and security.
During his visit, Gen Pande explored the Army Geospatial Centre at Fort Belvoir and engaged with the National Defence University Vice President at Fort McNair.
He also visited the Indian Embassy in Washington DC, where he interacted with Sripriya Ranganathan, Charge d’Affaires, discussing important ongoing and prospective initiatives.
“The Indian Army and the United States Army share a commitment to peace, democracy, and stability across regions. According to an Army statement, this tour epitomises the shared values and interests underpinning the partnership between India and the United States, aiming at a future of enhanced cooperation and mutual development in defence and security domains,” according to an Army statement.
“The Indian Army and the United States Army share a commitment to peace, democracy, and stability across regions. According to an Army statement, this tour epitomises the shared values and interests underpinning the partnership between India and the United States, aiming at a future of enhanced cooperation and mutual development in defence and security domains,” according to an Army statement.
Ravi Shankar
