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Garuda 2010 is a military exercise involving the air forces of :
Explanation
Exercise Garuda is a bilateral air exercise conducted between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the French Air and Space Force (FASF) [t1][t4]. Initiated in 2003, the exercise is held alternately in India and France to enhance interoperability, share best practices, and develop a better understanding of each other's operational capabilities [t4][t6][t8]. The 2010 edition, known as Garuda IV, was a significant milestone held at the Istres Air Base in France, involving advanced fighter aircraft and aerial refueling missions [t4]. While other nations like the USA and Singapore participate in different exercises with India (such as Cope India and SINDEX), the 'Garuda' series is specifically dedicated to the Indo-French strategic partnership [t1][t8]. The exercise has evolved over eight editions, with the most recent iterations continuing to strengthen defense cooperation between the two nations [t5][t7].
Sources
- [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_exercises_of_the_Indian_Air_Force