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India and Oman renewed the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on military cooperation along with its annexure as well as on maritime issues on May 20, 2021.

Bilateral Relation

• The Ministries of Defence of both countries review their relations annually under the aegis of Joint Military Cooperation Committee (JMCC) meeting. 
  
• Both Air Force and Navy undertake staff talks on a regular basis which has been the catalyst for new areas of cooperation.
• India and Oman conduct regular biennial bilateral exercises between all three services.
• India and Oman, maritime neighbors linked by geography, history and culture, enjoy close and friendly relations.
• India and Oman have expanded their bilateral cooperation and exchanges since establishment of diplomatic relations in 1955, forging a mutually beneficial Strategic Partnership.
• India-Oman bilateral relations are anchored in their shared interests, mutual understanding and respect for each other’s priorities, concerns and sensitivities.
• Regular high-level visits and exchanges have been a key feature of this relationship.