Indian Air Force Strengthens Strategic Ties with France in Bilateral Exercise Garuda 25

Nov 16, 2025 02:16 am CST

The Indian Air Force is participating in Exercise Garuda 25 with the French Air and Space Force at Mont-de-Marsan, France from November 16-27. Operating Su-30MKI fighters alongside French multirole aircraft, the exercise focuses on complex air combat scenarios, enhancing interoperability and strengthening the strategic partnership between India and France that has existed since 1998.