In an effort to further enhance defence bilateral cooperation between the two countries, India and Thailand have commenced a joint military exercise Maitree at Fort Vachiraprakan in Tak province of Thailand.
The drill is from July 1-15 and the Indian contingent left for Thailand on Monday, officials said here on Tuesday.
It is the 13th edition of Maitree, they said. The last edition was conducted at Umroi, Meghalaya in September 2019.
The Indian Army contingent comprising 76 personnel is being represented mainly by a battalion of the Ladakh Scouts along with personnel from other arms and services. The Royal Thailand Army contingent also comprises 76 personnel mainly from 1 Battalion, 14 Infantry Regiment of 4 Division. Aim of the exercise is to foster military cooperation between India and Thailand. The Exercise will enhance combined capabilities in executing Joint Counter Insurgency/ Terrorist Operations in Jungle and Urban Environment under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter.