The Army Chiefs conference will discuss issues of mutual interest and areas of cooperation
With an aim to promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region through mutual understanding, the Indian Army and the United States Army will co-host a three-day conference of Chiefs of Armies and delegates of 35 countries in New Delhi from September 25-27, 2023.

The conference will comprise the 13th IPACC, 47th IPAMS and 9th SELF, India's Ministry of Defence said on Wednesday (September 20, 2023).

"The gathering will provide an opportunity for Army Chiefs and senior-level leaders from land forces, primarily of the Indo-Pacific region, to exchange ideas and views on security and contemporary issues. The core effort of the forum will be to promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region through mutual understanding, dialogue and friendship amongst the littoral partners," the Ministry of Defence noted.

The central theme for this forum is 'Together for Peace: Sustaining Peace and Stability in the Indo-Pacific Region'.

The event will kick off with a joint press conference by Chief of the Army Staff, Indian Army General Manoj Pande and Vice Chief of Staff of the US Army General Randy George. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan will attend the inaugural ceremony. 

The Army Chiefs conference will discuss issues of mutual interest and areas of cooperation to synergise efforts of all stakeholders for effecting peace and stability in the region. The IPAMS is a military seminar for Army Officers between the ranks of Lieutenant Colonel to Major General to exchange views on regional security issues and best practices. The SELF will involve the participation of tactical level sub unit commanders to hold open dialogue, share lessons learned and provide understanding about Armies participating in the forum.

The event will also showcase Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) Equipment Display. 

The Indian Army has made significant contribution in promoting peace and stability in the Indo- Pacific region. The remains committed for humanitarian endeavours and relief efforts in the region, India's Vice Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General MV Suchindra Kumar informed the media. 

"The conference will emerge as a testimony to the shared resolve of participating countries and facilitate fruitful discussions. This will allow the partnerships between the participating countries to be further enduring by exchanging views and sharing best practices," the Ministry of Defence said.