New Delhi [India], Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari on Tuesday emphasized the critical need for India to invest in the modernization of its armed forces amid evolving security challenges.
He was addressing the Capstone Seminar jointly organized by Indian Air Force, College of Air Warfare and Center for Air Power Studies.
Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari also underlined India's strategic culture and its relevance in addressing current security challenges.
Addressing the audience at the Air Force Auditorium in Subroto Park, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari highlighted: "Our strategic culture is shaped by historical experiences and the constantly evolving geopolitical environment. It emphasizes strategic autonomy, caution and a strong focus on territorial integrity."
He also navigated the multifaceted challenges facing India, ranging from border disputes and terrorism to cyber threats and regional volatility. "integrity. The contemporary security landscape presents multifaceted challenges, from border disputes and terrorism to cyber threats and regional volatility," he said.
He highlighted the imperative for India to modernize its armed forces, foster strategic partnerships, boost local defense production and adopt a comprehensive approach to security.
"To navigate through these turbulent times and protect our national interests, India must invest in the modernization of its armed forces, strengthen strategic partnerships, promote indigenous defense production and adopt an integrated approach to internal and external security," he added. .
Highlighting the diverse views on India's strategic heritage, he commented: "On the other hand, European thinkers will claim that the practice of statecraft in India has been witnessed throughout history, and epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata show the great strategic thinking of India.
Acknowledging the importance of effective strategic planning, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari noted: "It is also a compelling argument that many great councils for the modern period onwards have survived and prospered, which is not possible without grand strategy effective".
Reflecting on India's enduring strategic practices, he added: "Whether India has a strategic culture or not, as a matter of opinion, our realpolitik, statecraft and diplomacy have always been an integral part of our historical, national and geopolitics. contemporary".
Referring to the recent contributions of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari highlighted: "Honourable External Affairs Minister Jaishankar, in his recent book 'Why Bharat Matters', offers a novel approach to the complex situations contemporary international films by presenting their perspective through the lens of epic drama."
The seminar, attended by prominent figures, explored novel approaches to international relations in the context of India's rich cultural and strategic heritage.
He was addressing the Capstone Seminar jointly organized by Indian Air Force, College of Air Warfare and Center for Air Power Studies.
Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari also underlined India's strategic culture and its relevance in addressing current security challenges.
Addressing the audience at the Air Force Auditorium in Subroto Park, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari highlighted: "Our strategic culture is shaped by historical experiences and the constantly evolving geopolitical environment. It emphasizes strategic autonomy, caution and a strong focus on territorial integrity."
He also navigated the multifaceted challenges facing India, ranging from border disputes and terrorism to cyber threats and regional volatility. "integrity. The contemporary security landscape presents multifaceted challenges, from border disputes and terrorism to cyber threats and regional volatility," he said.
He highlighted the imperative for India to modernize its armed forces, foster strategic partnerships, boost local defense production and adopt a comprehensive approach to security.
"To navigate through these turbulent times and protect our national interests, India must invest in the modernization of its armed forces, strengthen strategic partnerships, promote indigenous defense production and adopt an integrated approach to internal and external security," he added. .
Highlighting the diverse views on India's strategic heritage, he commented: "On the other hand, European thinkers will claim that the practice of statecraft in India has been witnessed throughout history, and epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata show the great strategic thinking of India.
Acknowledging the importance of effective strategic planning, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari noted: "It is also a compelling argument that many great councils for the modern period onwards have survived and prospered, which is not possible without grand strategy effective".
Reflecting on India's enduring strategic practices, he added: "Whether India has a strategic culture or not, as a matter of opinion, our realpolitik, statecraft and diplomacy have always been an integral part of our historical, national and geopolitics. contemporary".
Referring to the recent contributions of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari highlighted: "Honourable External Affairs Minister Jaishankar, in his recent book 'Why Bharat Matters', offers a novel approach to the complex situations contemporary international films by presenting their perspective through the lens of epic drama."
The seminar, attended by prominent figures, explored novel approaches to international relations in the context of India's rich cultural and strategic heritage.