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India-Brunei Inaugural Defence Meeting Boosts Bilateral Ties

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09 Dec 2025

The first meeting of the India-Brunei Joint Working Group on Defence Cooperation was held in New Delhi on December 9, 2025. This significant event marked a milestone in strengthening the bilateral defence relationship. Discussions focused on enhancing military exchanges, joint training, maritime security collaboration, capacity building, and defence industry opportunities. The meeting was co-chaired by Shri Amitabh Prasad from India's Ministry of Defence and Ms. Poh Kui Choon from Brunei. A Terms of Reference was signed, setting the groundwork for ongoing collaboration and commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Union Budget 2026-2027 Enhances IT Services Safe Harbour Threshold to Rs 2000 Crore

India Proposes ₹12.2 Lakh Crore Public Capex in FY2026-27

India to Launch Customs Integrated System and New Trade Policies

Union Budget 2026-27: Key Direct Tax Proposals for Simplifying Penalty and Prosecution Processes