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EXERCISE HARIMAU SHAKTI

India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise HARIMAU SHAKTI Date of Commencement:

• 2nd December 2024
• Location: Bentong Camp, Pahang District, Malaysia
• Duration: 2nd to 15th December 2024

OBJECTIVE: The main goal of HARIMAU SHAKTI is to enhance the joint military capabilities of both nations to conduct counter-insurgency operations in jungle terrain. This aligns with Chapter VII of the United Nations Mandate for peacekeeping and security operations. OVERVIEW

• The 4th edition of the India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise HARIMAU SHAKTI commenced in Bentong, Malaysia.
• The exercise alternates between India and Malaysia each year; the previous edition was held in November 2023 at Umroi Cantonment, Meghalaya, India.

Participating Forces:

• Indian Contingent:
  • 78 personnel from the MAHAR Regiment, representing the Indian Army.
• Malaysian Contingent:
  • 123 personnel from The Royal Malaysian Regiment.

PHASES OF THE EXERCISE

• Phase 1: Cross-Training & Drills
  • Focus on sharing expertise in various jungle warfare tactics.
  • Includes lectures, demonstrations, and practical drills for both armies to practice standard counter-insurgency drills in dense jungle environments.
• Phase 2: Simulated Combat Exercise
  • Involves active participation of both armies in executing counter-insurgency operations.
  • Key drills include:
    • Anti-MT Ambush
    • Occupation of Harbour
    • Reconnaissance Patrol (Recce)
    • Ambush Tactics
    • Attack on terrorist-controlled areas

GOALS OF THE EXERCISE

• Enhance Interoperability:
  • Develop mutual understanding of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for conducting joint operations in complex environments.
• Improve Tactical Coordination:
  • Share best practices and enhance operational capabilities in jungle warfare and counter-insurgency operations.
• Strengthen Bilateral Relations:
  • Foster camaraderie and bonhomie between the armed forces of India and Malaysia.
  • Enhance overall defence cooperation, furthering ties between the two countries.

Strategic Importance:

• Joint exercises like HARIMAU SHAKTI are vital in enhancing regional security, strengthening defence ties, and improving the readiness of both armies to tackle terrorism and insurgency in challenging terrains.

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