New Delhi, May 4: The Ministry of Defense announced on Sunday that the second edition of the joint military exercise, Sinbax-II 2026, between India and Cambodia will take place from May 4 to May 17.
According to a statement from the ministry, this exercise will be held at the Techo Sen Nom Thom Mares Royal Cambodian Air Force Training Center, located in Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia.
The statement emphasized that “this bilateral exercise, Sinbax-II 2026, is significant amidst changing global security challenges. It will be conducted under United Nations Chapter VII and will involve company-level joint training, focusing on operations in sub-conventional (low-intensity) environments.”
A contingent of 120 Indian soldiers, primarily from a battalion of the Maratha Light Infantry Regiment, will participate, alongside 160 personnel from the Royal Cambodian Army.
The statement also noted that this exercise will draw on experiences from counter-terrorism operations conducted by peacekeepers during United Nations missions. It will include various practical discussions and tactical drills to prepare for a comprehensive final exercise.
Special training will cover drone operations, mortar, and sniper techniques. The main objective is to enhance coordination, synergy, and operational capabilities between the two nations’ armed forces.
The ministry stated that this exercise will demonstrate both countries’ ability to maintain global peace and facilitate the sharing of experiences, particularly during operations against enemy forces in semi-urban areas.
Sinbax-II 2026 showcases the growing defense cooperation between India and Cambodia, strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing mutual understanding to address regional security challenges.
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