Rajnath Singh Urges Netherlands to Stop Arms Supply to Pakistan

Mar 18, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans in New Delhi on March 18, 2025

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Singh requested the Netherlands to stop supplying arms and military technologies to Pakistan, citing concerns over regional security

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Terrorism Concerns India emphasized that Pakistan's support for cross-border terrorism undermines regional stability

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Strengthening Bilateral Ties Both nations agreed to enhance cooperation in defense, security, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence

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Maritime Collaboration Discussions included potential collaborations in shipbuilding and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region

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