Indian Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane will pay a visit to Oman on January 30 and 31, 2024, officials said on Monday.

During the visit, the Defence Secretary will co-chair the 12th Joint Military Cooperation Committee meeting with the Secretary-General, Ministry of Defence, Oman Dr Mohammed bin Naseer bin Ali Al-Zaabi.

During the bilateral talks, Shri Giridhar Aramane will review defence cooperation between the two countries and explore new initiatives like industry collaboration to further strengthen bilateral engagements. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and global issues of shared interest.

The visit will further consolidate defence cooperation and strategic partnership between the two countries spanning every sphere of military collaboration, such as bilateral exercises, staff talks, training as well as new and emerging areas

India and Oman have a robust and multifaceted relationship which has expanded into several strategic areas, including defence and security. Both the countries are committed to work under the vision of strategic partnership. The two countries have a common interest in peace and prosperity of the entire region.