India and Mozambique hold fifth Joint Defence Working Group meeting in Maputo
India and Mozambique held the fifth Joint Defence Working Group meeting in Maputo on 1–2 April 2026, discussing military exchanges, joint training, maritime domain awareness and defence equipment supply.
Summary
India and Mozambique held the fifth Joint Defence Working Group (JDWG) meeting in Maputo, Mozambique, on 1–2 April 2026, the Ministry of Defence said. Talks focused on expanding structured military exchanges, joint training, maritime domain awareness, military exercises and collaboration in the supply of defence equipment, and the two sides reviewed progress since the previous meeting and charted a roadmap for defence engagement. The Indian delegation was led by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Defence, and joined by High Commissioner Robert Shetkintong; the Mozambican side was led by Permanent Secretary (Defence) Casimiro Augusto Muieo.
Key facts
- Meeting
- 5th India–Mozambique Joint Defence Working Group
- Dates / venue
- 1–2 April 2026, Maputo
- Indian lead
- Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary, MoD
- Mozambique lead
- Casimiro Augusto Muieo, Permanent Secretary (Defence)
- Focus
- Military exchanges, training, maritime domain awareness, exercises, equipment supply
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where was the fifth India–Mozambique Joint Defence Working Group meeting held on 1–2 April 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Maputo
The Ministry of Defence said the meeting was held in Maputo, Mozambique.
Which edition of the India–Mozambique Joint Defence Working Group meeting was held in April 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Fifth
The release describes it as the fifth JDWG meeting.