About Exercise CINBAX-II:
- It is the bilateral military exercise conducted between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army.
- It is conducted in Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia.
- Participating Contingent: The Indian Army contingent comprises of 120 personnel, majorly from a Battalion of the Maratha Light Infantry Regiment.
- The exercise will be conducted under the framework of Chapter VII of UN Mandate, showcasing Company level joint training for conduct of operations in sub-conventional environment.
- CINBAX-II aims to boost interoperability, coordination, and operational synergy between the two forces.
- It will also serve as a platform to exchange best practices and share operational experiences, particularly in semi-urban combat environments.
- It will centre on counter-terrorism operations aligned with real-world UN peacekeeping scenarios.
- Significance: The exercise underscores the growing defence ties between India and Cambodia and is expected to deepen bilateral relations.
