New Delhi: The inaugural 10-day Indo-Uzbekistan Joint Field Training Exercise (FTX)-2019, Exercise DUSTLIK-2019 culminated on Wednesday.
In the joint exercise which began on November 4 training was focused on counter insurgency and counter terrorism operations in urban scenario as well as sharing of expertise on skills at arms, both combat shooting and experiences in counter insurgency and counter terrorism, Indian Army Spokesperson Col Aman Anand said.
The exercise also provided an opportunity to armies of all nations for greater cultural understanding, sharing experiences and strengthening mutual trust and cooperation.
After intense military training, the joint exercise concluded with both Armies exhibiting their combat power and dominance over the extremist groups.
The closing ceremony showcased the immense talent with unique traditional touch of both nations. It was conducted at Chirchiq Training Area, Uzbekistan, he added.
The bonhomie, spirit de corps and goodwill generated during the exercise will go a long way in future strengthening the bonds between our armed forces enabling us in understanding each other’s organization and methodology of conducting various operations, the spokesperson added.
