Exercise Garuda Shakti 2026 – India–Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise and Strategic Significance
30 October 2026
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Exercise Garuda Shakti 2026 – India–Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise and Strategic Significance
1. Background and Recent Development: The 11th edition of Exercise Garuda Shakti commenced on 27 October 2026 at Banyuwangi, Indonesia. Scheduled until 6 November, it is a bilateral exercise between the Indian and Indonesian Army Special Forces.
2. Historical Background: Initiated in 2012, Garuda Shakti is conducted on a reciprocal basis. Its 10th edition took place at Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh, from 3–12 December 2025, focusing on counter-terrorism and special operations.
3. Participating Forces: India's contingent comprises personnel from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), while Indonesia is represented by its Special Forces.
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Exercise Garuda Shakti 2026: India-Indonesia special forces drill in Banyuwangi, its objectives, Strait of Malacca importance and role in the Act East Policy.
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Garuda ShaktiIndia-Indonesia relationsspecial forces exerciseAct East PolicyStrait of Malaccadefence diplomacyParachute RegimentIndo-PacificASEAN cooperationjungle warfare