NEW DELHI -- India and the U.S. are holding a major nine-day joint military drill, which analysts view as crucial to protecting the two countries' shared interests in the strategic Indo-Pacific region -- an area where China is becoming increasingly assertive.
The maiden "Tiger Triumph" exercise involves all three Indian military branches -- the army, navy and air force -- working with the U.S. Navy. The drill is focused on humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and developing cooperation between the forces.
