EXERCISE YUDH ABHYAS (Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – IR)

Context: The 19th edition of "EXERCISE YUDH ABHYAS" is set to take place in Fort Wainwright, Alaska, USA, from September 25th to October 8th, 2023, as recently announced.

EXERCISE YUDH ABHYAS

• About: It is the largest running joint military training and defense cooperation endeavor between India and the US.
• Focus: The exercise focuses on enhancing understanding, cooperation, and interoperability between the two armies.
• Started:  2004.
• 18th Edition:  Auli in Uttarakhand.

Other Exercises between India and the US

• Army: Yudh Abhyas and Vajra Prahar
• Navy: MALABAR (Multilateral)
• Air Force: Cope India, Red Flag (Multilateral)