GDF Head on visit to India

Guyana’s Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Omar Khan (right) meets India’s CDS Gen. Anil Chauhan in New Delhi on November 5, 2024.  (Indiannewsnetwork.com)
Guyana’s Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Omar Khan (right) meets India’s CDS Gen. Anil Chauhan in New Delhi on November 5, 2024. (Indiannewsnetwork.com)

Chief of Defence Staff of the Guyana Defence Force,  Brigadier Omar Khan on November 5th met with  General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff of India, according to the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS).

The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation, regional stability, maritime security, and fostering mutual understanding, according to a report on www.jammulinksnews.com.

General Chauhan extended India’s support for conducting military training in Guyana and highlighted New Delhi’s growing indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities under the “Make in India” and “Make for the World” initiatives.

In a post on X, HQ IDS shared, “Brigadier Omar Khan, CDS Guyana leads an empowered delegation on a five-day visit to India. He will also be interacting with the Service Chiefs and Defence Secretary. The delegation will visit major Defence Public Sector Undertakings DPSUs and important Defence Manufacturing hubs at various locations across the country.”

The report said that the dialogue between Indian and Guyanese defence leaders reflects a commitment to not only boost military ties but also ensure regional stability in an increasingly complex global security environment. The collaboration aims to address shared security concerns, emphasising the importance of a coordinated approach in the face of emerging threats.