Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of the US Pacific Command, who is on a visit to India.
During the meeting, both sides discussed measures to strengthen India-US defence and strategic cooperation. The interaction provided an opportunity for the two sides to exchange views on issues concerning the bilateral defence relationship.
The Defence Secretary and Admiral Paparo also exchanged views on regional and global issues during the meeting. The discussions covered matters of mutual interest in the context of the wider strategic relationship between India and the United States.

The meeting formed part of Admiral Paparo’s ongoing visit to India and his engagement with senior Indian defence leadership. The interaction highlighted the continuing engagement between the two countries on defence and strategic matters.
The discussions between the Defence Secretary and the US Pacific Command chief reflected the focus on strengthening defence cooperation and strategic coordination between India and the United States.
The meeting also provided a platform for both sides to exchange perspectives on regional and global developments and to discuss the broader dimensions of the India-US strategic partnership.
