General Upendra Dwivedi and US Army’s Lt Gen Joel Vowell Discuss Indo-Pacific Security to Boost Defence Ties

NEW DELHI, March 12, 2026 — Lieutenant General Joel B. Vowell, the Deputy Commanding General of the United States Army Pacific (USARPAC), called on General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), today to engage in high-level discussions aimed at fortifying the strategic defence partnership between India and the United States.

The high-profile interaction centered on the evolving regional security architecture within the Indo-Pacific, with both leaders emphasizing the necessity of a stable and secure maritime and terrestrial environment.

A primary focus of the meeting was the enhancement of interoperability between the two forces, specifically through the expansion of sophisticated joint military exercises and the exploration of new domains for military-to-military cooperation.

The dialogue underscored a significant strategic convergence, highlighting a shared commitment to addressing contemporary and emerging security challenges through proactive engagement.

By discussing new avenues for collaboration, General Dwivedi and Lt Gen Vowell reaffirmed the importance of the India-US military alliance as a cornerstone for peace in the region.

The meeting concluded with a mutual agreement to continue deepening professional ties across multiple operational domains, ensuring that both armies remain prepared to respond to complex global contingencies in a synchronized manner.