Delhi to Tokyo: Don't Let Cutting-Edge Military Tech Reach Pakistan
What Happened
During high-level defence talks in New Delhi, India urged Japan not to transfer advanced defence technology to Pakistan, citing Islamabad's historical links with North Korea's nuclear and missile programmes. The issue was raised by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during discussions with his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi.
Key Takeaways
The request highlights India's concerns that sensitive military technologies shared with Pakistan could indirectly enhance capabilities of countries hostile to regional security, even as India and Japan deepen their strategic partnership in the Indo-Pacific.