Summary
They explored ways to build new ships using Japan’s technology and India’s factories.
Both countries want safer seas and better cooperation in the ocean region.
Recent visits by naval and air force teams helped the talks.
Key Points
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The meeting was held on the side of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations defence ministers gathering.
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Discussions included strengthening sea safety and creating joint ship designs.
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Air force exchanges and a recent aircraft practice called Exercise Veer Guardian were highlighted.
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Both sides agreed to hold another defence ministers meeting in Tokyo later this year.
New Words to Learn
13 wordsdefence
protecting a country from danger
minister
a government leader in charge of a special area
bilateral
involving two countries
maritime
related to the sea
countermeasure
something used to stop a problem
naval
connected to a country's navy or ships
shipbuilding
making big boats for the sea
technological
using science and new tools
operational
how something works in real life
exercise
a practice activity for the military
forum
a meeting where people share ideas
dialogue
a conversation between leaders
Indo-Pacific
the big area of ocean between India and the Pacific Ocean
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