Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh discusses regional security with New Zealand and Singapore counterparts
SINGAPORE, May 31, 2026 — Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held productive interactions with New Zealand Defence Minister Chris Penk and Singapore Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue.
The high-level diplomatic meetings provided a crucial platform for India to deepen its strategic partnerships with key Indo-Pacific nations during the premier regional security summit.
The bilateral engagements focused on strengthening defense ties, expanding maritime cooperation, and advancing robust information-sharing mechanisms between the nations.
The leaders also reaffirmed their shared commitment to maintaining a secure, stable, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region, emphasizing the importance of collaborative security frameworks in navigating contemporary maritime and geopolitical challenges.