The third edition of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting between India and Tanzania was held in Goa . The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral defence ties, including training partnerships, service-to-service collaboration, maritime initiatives, and defence industry cooperation. The two delegations also reviewed the progress made on decisions from previous JDCC meetings and explored new opportunities to enhance their defence partnership.
The Indian delegation was led by Shri Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Defence, and included senior officials from the ministry and the Armed Forces. Shri Bishwadip Dey, the High Commissioner of India to Tanzania, also participated. The Tanzanian delegation was headed by Maj Gen Fadhil Omary Nondo, Commander of the Land Forces.
As part of their visit, the Tanzanian delegation will tour Goa Shipyard Ltd, showcasing India’s expertise in port development and shipbuilding. They are also scheduled to visit INS Hansa and the National Institute of Hydrography, highlighting India’s maritime capabilities and hydrographic training facilities.
India and Tanzania share close and friendly relations, characterized by robust capacity-building initiatives and avenues for deepening partnerships. A five-year roadmap serves as the foundation for advancing their defence cooperation, emphasizing the shared commitment to fostering mutual security and strategic interests.