Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2023 by the Indian Army and CLAWS

The “Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2023” is an event organized by the Indian Army in collaboration with the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS). This inaugural edition of the Chanakya Defence Dialogue is scheduled for November 3rd and 4th, 2023, at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. It marks the first of its kind event organized by the Indian Army.

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In a time when defence and security landscapes are rapidly changing, General Manoj Pande, the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), presided over the curtain raiser event, providing a glimpse of the forthcoming two-day defence dialogue. This dialogue aims to address a broad spectrum of regional and global security issues.

About the Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2023

The Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2023 will conduct a thorough examination of security challenges in South Asia and the Indo-Pacific region. Its primary objective is to develop a roadmap for collaborative security measures in the area, enhancing India’s standing as a prepared, resurgent, and significant participant among the nations in this region.

This platform will provide an in-depth analysis of the diverse security challenges in South Asia and the Indo-Pacific, with the aim of charting a course for collective security within the region.

Curtain Raiser Event of the Chanakya Defense Dialogue

During the Curtain Raiser event, a Fireside Chat with the COAS was conducted, moderated by Lieutenant General Raj Shukla (Retired), where the themes and objectives of this important initiative were revealed.
General Manoj Pande emphasized that the current geo-strategic landscape is being shaped by unprecedented trends.
He pointed out that India’s growing stature comes with recognition, added responsibilities, opportunities, and challenges.
He stressed that the importance of national interests remains paramount amid the ongoing changes, where national security is becoming increasingly significant in the international system.
The COAS also noted that technology is the new strategic arena for geopolitical competition, and self-reliance has become a key imperative.

The Indian Army is operating as part of a larger defence and security eco-system and is proactively reaching out to other Government Departments and Ministries, to enhance outcomes.

Sessions Scheduled in Chanakya Defence Dialogue

Chanakya Defence Dialogue is planned to be a regular event steered by the Indian Army in the years ahead. The Dialogue will be conducted in six sessions on the following topics: –

Neighbourhood First – South Asia Prognosis.
Indo-Pacific – The Decisive Frontier.
Collaborative Partnerships for Security.
How Emerging Technologies Impact Defence and Security.
Indian Defence Industry as Enabler for Collaborative Capacity Building.
Comprehensive Deterrence: The India Way.

Participants

The Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2023 will feature a lineup of distinguished speakers from India and abroad.

Notable Indian speakers include individuals such as –
- Dr. Arvind Virmani (Niti Aayog)
- Prof Ajay Kumar Sood (PSA to Govt of India)
- Ambassador V Misri (Deputy NSA)
- Ambassador DB Venkatesh Varma
- Lieutenant General Subrata Saha (Retired)
- Lieutenant General DS Hooda (Retired)
- Lieutenant General Prakash Menon (Retired)
- Ambassador Vijay K Gokhale
- Ambassador Ashok K Kantha
- Admiral Sunil Lanba (Retired), among other esteemed luminaries.
International panellists will include individuals such as –
- Ms. Lisa Curtis (Senior Fellow and Director of the Indo-Pacific Security Program at CNAS)
- Dr. Satoru Nagao (Japan)
- Dr. Paco Milhiet (France), Ambassador Shamsher M Chowdhury (Bangladesh)
- Mr. Asanga Abeyagoonasekera (Sri Lanka)
- Mr. Chiran Jung Thapa (Nepal), Vice Admiral Amarulla Octavian (Indonesia)
- Dr. R De Castro (The Philippines).

With this pioneering initiative, the Indian Army is embarking on a journey where defence, strategy, and collaborative partnerships converge to create a secure, stable, and prosperous future in the dynamic landscape of South Asia and the Indo-Pacific.

About the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS)

The Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS) is a leading think tank in India that focuses on land warfare and national security. It was established in 1991 by the Indian Army with the aim of promoting research and analysis on land warfare issues. CLAWS is a non-profit, autonomous organization with its headquarters in New Delhi.

CLAWS has a team of experienced researchers and analysts who work on a variety of land warfare issues, including –

Military strategy and doctrine
Force planning and modernization
Counter-insurgency and terrorism
Border security
Disaster relief and humanitarian assistance

Publications released by CLAWS

Strategic Analysis: A monthly journal that focuses on land warfare and national security issues.
CLAWS Monographs: A series of in-depth studies on land warfare issues.
CLAWS Occasional Papers: A series of shorter papers on current land warfare issues.
CLAWS Commentaries: A series of short essays on current land warfare issues.

CLAWS also organizes a variety of events, such as seminars, workshops, and conferences, to discuss land warfare and national security issues.

CLAWS is a valuable resource for the Indian Army and the Indian government. Its research and analysis help to inform decision-making on land warfare and national security issues. CLAWS also plays an important role in educating the public about land warfare and national security issues.

Recent Events Organized by CLAWS

Seminar on “China’s Military Modernization and its Implications for India”
Workshop on “Counter-Insurgency Operations in Urban Areas”
Conference on “Future of Land Warfare”

CLAWS is a leading think tank in India that focuses on land warfare and national security. It plays an important role in informing decision-making and educating the public on land warfare and national security issues.

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