1st to 10th January 2024 - DESERT CYCLONE

Question 1

What is the name of the India-UAE joint military exercise?

Answer 1

DESERT CYCLONE

Question 2

Where is the exercise being held?

Answer 2

Mahajan, Rajasthan, India

Question 3

How many troops are participating from each country?

Answer 3

45 personnel from each country

Question 4

Which specific units are participating?

Answer 4

India’s Mechanized Infantry Regiment and the UAE’s Zayed First Brigade.

Question 5

What is the primary objective of DESERT CYCLONE?

Answer 5

To enhance military interoperability between India and the UAE, particularly focusing on urban warfare.

Question 6

What kind of expertise will be shared during the exercise?

Answer 6

Best practices in counterterrorism operations conducted under United Nations mandates.

Question 7

Besides military cooperation, what other benefit does this exercise offer?

Answer 7

Strengthens bilateral relations between India and UAE, fostering deeper friendship and trust.

Question 8

Is this the first-ever joint military exercise between India and the UAE?

Answer 8

Yes, DESERT CYCLONE is the first edition of this joint military exercise

Question 9

How does this exercise fit into India’s overall defense cooperation strategy?

Answer 9

It demonstrates India’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with key allies in the region for mutual security and stability.

Question 10

How might DESERT CYCLONE potentially impact regional security?

Answer 10

It could contribute to enhanced preparedness and coordination between India and UAE forces in addressing potential regional security threats.