Nepali Army Lieutenant General Pradeep Jung KC met Indian Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi on the sidelines of the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries Chiefs’ Conclave 2025 in New Delhi on Friday.

The discussion focused on strengthening defence cooperation, expanding joint training initiatives, and enhancing collaboration in UN peacekeeping operations, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information of the Indian Army said in a post on X.

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to regular defence dialogue and institutional exchanges, highlighting the enduring partnership and shared values between the two neighbouring armies.

The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries Chiefs’ Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army from October 14 to 16 in New Delhi, concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthen global peacekeeping efforts and cooperation among nations contributing to UN missions.

The three-day event included high-level discussions, formal ceremonies, and a collective reaffirmation of the resolve to make UN peacekeeping operations more effective and responsive to emerging challenges, DD news reported.

The conclave ended with a consensus that UN peacekeeping should evolve by promoting inclusive decision-making that empowers troop-contributing nations, implementing realistic mandates that prioritise peacekeepers’ safety and welfare, and adopting indigenous, cost-effective technologies to improve mission results.

It also highlighted the need to enhance interoperability and training for complex operations, while fostering long-term partnerships based on trust, cooperation, and shared responsibility.