The second edition of the joint military exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II between the Indian Army and the UAE Land Forces successfully concluded at Al-Hamra Training City, reaffirming the deepening defence partnership between India and the United Arab Emirates.
The exercise underscored the shared commitment of both nations towards regional peace, security, and stability, while enhancing mutual trust and operational cooperation between their armed forces.
Focus on Interoperability and Joint Operations
DESERT CYCLONE–II featured intensive field-simulated training, including:
- Urban warfare operations
- Heliborne insertion and extraction missions
- Integrated joint drills conducted under a United Nations mandate
Through these complex scenarios, troops from both sides demonstrated a high degree of interoperability, coordination, and combined combat readiness, reflecting the maturity of bilateral military engagement.
Strengthening Operational Synergy
The exercise provided an invaluable platform for exchanging best practices, refining tactical procedures, and understanding each other’s operational doctrines. It further strengthened joint planning capabilities and reinforced preparedness for contemporary security challenges, including peacekeeping and stability operations.
The successful conclusion of Exercise Desert Cyclone–II marks another significant step in the growing India–UAE defence cooperation, reinforcing the enduring military partnership and shared vision for stability in the region.
