Context

13^th edition of Indo-Mongolia joint military exercise Nomadic Elephant commenced at Ullanbaatar, Mongolia.

About

• Exercise Nomadic Elephant is an annual, bilateral exercise since 2006
• It is designed to strengthen the partnership between Indian Army and Mongolian Armed Forces.

Significance

• Joint training: During the exercise both sides will jointly train, plan and execute a series of well developed tactical drills for neutralisation of likely threats that may be encountered in urban warfare scenario under UN mandate.
• Mutual Understanding: Experts from both sides will also hold detailed discussions to share their experience on varied topics for mutual benefits and understanding.