India and the UAE conducted regular bilateral military exercises, including MOUNTAIN GUARDIAN 2026, to reinforce military cooperation.

The entities involved

• Abu Dhabi →

  capital city of the United Arab Emirates

  • National Media Authority officials attended an event held in Abu Dhabi in January 2026.00:20
  • EDGE Group signed a Letter of Intent in Abu Dhabi to commit its portfolio to modernize the Brazilian Army.Tue 20:34
• Indian Air Force →

  Aerial service branch of the Indian Armed Forces

  • The Indian Air Force is the primary user of the procured Rafale fighter jets, which are being produced with core technology provided by Dassault Aviation. Potential production sites are also being explored.Tue 20:06
  • A seminar was held by the Indian Air Force at the Air Force Auditorium in New Delhi.Tue 06:30

Related events

• The Indian Air Force hosted a multinational military exercise at Jodhpur involving partners including the UAE, Sri Lanka, and the United States.Sun 05:55
• The UAE reaffirmed its commitment to the UN and hosted a UN Peace Operations Workshop in Abu Dhabi.Sep 2
• Military cooperation was established between the UAE and Kuwait.Jun 23
• The Indian Air Force hosted a multinational exercise with Bangladesh, alongside participants from Germany, France, and Australia.Sun 05:55
• Emirati commentary has questioned Pakistan's choices regarding its international alliances.Fri 22:22