New Delhi, 09 February 2026 — India and the Hellenic Republic (Greece) took a significant step forward in their strategic partnership as Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with Mr Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias, Minister of National Defence of Greece, in New Delhi. The two sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace, stability, freedom, and mutual respect, while agreeing to expand defence industrial and military cooperation.
Strategic Partnership Anchored in Shared Values
During the meeting, both Ministers подчерк (reiterated) that the India–Greece Strategic Partnership is rooted in common democratic values and a shared outlook on regional and global security. The discussions covered a wide range of issues, including regional peace, maritime security, and the evolving strategic environment, reflecting the growing convergence between the two countries.
Joint Declaration of Intent to Boost Defence Industrial Cooperation
A major outcome of the talks was the signing of a Joint Declaration of Intent to strengthen defence industrial collaboration between India and Greece. The agreement seeks to align India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative with Greece’s defence reforms under ‘Agenda 2030’, with the objective of expanding the capacities of their indigenous defence industries.
Officials described the declaration as a starting point for a five-year roadmap, aimed at promoting co-development, co-production, technology sharing, and greater private-sector and start-up participation in defence manufacturing.
Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan 2026 Exchanged
Further cementing military-to-military ties, the two sides exchanged the Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan (BMCP) for 2026, which will guide future engagements between the Armed Forces of both countries. The plan outlines activities such as joint exercises, training exchanges, high-level visits, and professional interactions, designed to enhance interoperability and mutual understanding.
Maritime Convergence and IFC-IOR Linkage
Highlighting their shared heritage as ancient seafaring nations, India and Greece underscored convergence on key maritime issues. In a notable development, the Greek side announced the positioning of a Greek International Liaison Officer at the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) in Gurugram, a move expected to strengthen maritime domain awareness and information sharing in the wider region.
Ceremonial Honours and Industry Engagement
Prior to the talks, the Greek Defence Minister laid a wreath at the National War Memorial and paid homage to India’s fallen soldiers. He also inspected the Tri-Service Guard of Honour at the Manekshaw Centre, underscoring the respect and warmth underpinning bilateral relations.
During the visit, the Hellenic delegation toured key defence and industrial establishments in Bengaluru and interacted with DPSUs, defence industry representatives, and start-ups in New Delhi, exploring avenues for deeper industrial and technological collaboration.
Conclusion
The high-level engagement between India and Greece marks a significant strengthening of defence and strategic ties, with concrete steps taken in both industrial cooperation and military engagement planning. The signing of the Joint Declaration of Intent, the exchange of the BMCP 2026, and enhanced maritime cooperation signal a maturing partnership built on shared values and mutual strategic interests. As both countries align their defence modernization efforts, the India–Greece relationship is poised to play a more prominent role in regional and global security architecture.
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Source: PIB
