Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 (TS25), scheduled from July 13 to August 4, 2025, marks the largest iteration of the biennial military training exercise co-designed by Australia and the United States. This year's exercise involves 23 nations and over 30,000 military personnel, reflecting a significant expansion in scale and scope.
TS25 encompasses comprehensive joint field exercises across multiple domains, including force preparation, amphibious landings, maritime and air combat, and live-fire operations. A notable highlight is a simulated aircraft crash and joint personnel recovery exercise in Papua New Guinea (PNG), marking the first time the exercise extends beyond Australian territory. Special Forces participation has been expanded to approximately 2,500 troops from 15 nations, underscoring the deepening defense cooperation among Indo-Pacific countries.couriermail
The exercise also introduces advanced technologies to enhance interoperability among participating forces. BigBear.ai's ConductorOS, an AI orchestration platform, will be deployed to support joint international forces in real-world scenarios. The platform aims to improve coordination between sensors and shooters, enabling air and ground units to make better decisions during operations. BigBear.ai
India's participation in TS25 is particularly noteworthy. While India previously attended as an observer, its active involvement in TS25 signifies a strategic shift towards greater engagement in multilateral defense exercises. This participation aligns with India's broader objectives to enhance defense capabilities and foster stronger security ties within the Indo-Pacific region.
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