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Ambassador Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra met with H.E. Mr. Anatolie Nosatîi, Minister of Defense of the Republic of Moldova, for a substantive discussion on advancing defence cooperation between India and Moldova.
The talks covered key areas including training, capacity building, and the broader framework for defence engagement between the two countries. India's expanding defence manufacturing capabilities were highlighted during the meeting, along with India's unwavering commitment to responsible, mutually respectful, and non-prescriptive partnerships — principles that guide India's defence diplomacy across the globe.
Both sides agreed to explore appropriate mechanisms for future collaboration, reflecting a shared interest in building a structured and forward-looking defence partnership. The meeting underscored the growing strategic dialogue between India and Moldova, and the mutual recognition of the importance of defence cooperation in today's evolving global security landscape.
The Embassy of India to Romania and Moldova remains committed to deepening engagement with Moldovan institutions across all domains, and views this meeting as an important step in strengthening the bilateral relationship between the two countries.