India and Cambodia to expand military cooperation through training and demining technology transfer


India has offered to help modernize Cambodia’s armed forces with advanced military technology, including demining equipment and surveillance drones, as the two countries deepen defense cooperation ahead of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations.

The offer follows a request from Cambodia to expand military cooperation through training, technology transfers and joint activities aimed at strengthening the capabilities of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF).

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Source: CambodiaNess News


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