Exercise Al NAJAH | 02 Aug 2022

Why in News?

Indian Army and Royal Army of Oman will conduct their joint Military Exercise AL NAJAH-IV from 1^st to 13^th of August 2022.

What do we Know about Exercise Al NAJAH?

• About:
  • It's the fourth edition of the exercise.
  • The scope of the exercise includes professional interaction, mutual understanding of drills & procedures, establishment of joint command & control structures and elimination of terrorist threats.
  • The joint exercise would focus on Counter Terrorism Operations, Regional Security Operations, and Peace Keeping Operations under United Nations charter apart from organising joint physical training schedules, tactical drills, techniques and procedures.

• Other exercises with Oman:
  • Navy exercise:
    • Naseem-Al-Bahr
  • Air Force:
    • Eastern Bridge

What is the Strategic Significance of Oman for India?

• Oman is a strategic partner of India in the Gulf and an important interlocutor at the Gulf Cooperation Council (AGCC), Arab League and Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) fora.
• Oman is at the gateway of Strait of Hormuz through which India imports one-fifth of its oil imports.
• The two countries across the Arabian Sea are linked by geography, history and culture and enjoy warm and cordial relations, which are attributed to historical maritime trade linkages.

Source: PIB