An Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent has arrived at Mont-de-Marsan Air Base in France to take part in the bilateral air exercise Garuda-2025, scheduled from November 16 to 27.
The exercise comes amid a history of close military collaboration between India and France, which share a strategic partnership covering all aspects of bilateral cooperation, including defence, technology, and security. The IAF said on a social media platform that Garuda 25 will showcase the professionalism and operational capabilities of both forces.
The exercise will see Su-30 MKI jets of the IAF operating alongside Rafale fighters of the French Air and Space Force in a simulated combat environment, aimed at enhancing interoperability, exchanging best practices, and strengthening defence cooperation between the two air forces.
