Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat on Thursday met his US counterpart General Mark Milley and the two top military leaders discussed several issues, including ways to ensure regional security and their respective roles as principal military advisors to civilian leadership, the Pentagon said.
The two leaders concurred to a continued association in training exercises and establishing more opportunities to increase interoperability between the two militaries, Joint Staff spokesperson Colonel Dave Butler said.
During a meeting at Pentagon, Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and General Rawat talked about a range of issues, including ways to ensure regional security.
General and Mrs. Milley welcomed General Rawat during an Armed Forces full honour arrival ceremony on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. He thanked General Rawat for his laudable service and leadership, which has greatly contributed to the strength of the partnership between the two countries. General Rawat also laid a wreath at the Tomb of soldiers during his visit.
