India expands military training for foreign partnerships across Gulf, ASEAN, and Africa

India has significantly expanded its military training programs to strengthen defence partnerships with Gulf, ASEAN, and African nations. Initiatives range from basic infantry skills to advanced systems like submarines and fighter jets. Recently, 76 cadets from Saudi Arabia's King Fahad Naval Academy trained at India's Southern Naval Command in Kochi, focusing on maritime operations and seamanship. India hosts personnel from 26 African countries annually, providing training in counterinsurgency and jungle warfare.