India and Cambodia are conducting the second edition of joint military exercise CINBAX-II 2026 to enhance defence cooperation and operational readiness.

About Exercise CINBAX-II 2026

• Conducted between: India and Cambodia
• Location: At the Royal Cambodian Air Force Training Centre (Camp Basil), Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia 
• Participating Forces:
  • Indian contingent: 120 personnel, mainly from Maratha Light Infantry Regiment
  • Cambodian contingent: 160 personnel from Royal Cambodian Army
• Key Objectives
  • Strengthen defence cooperation and bilateral ties
  • Enhance interoperability and coordination
  • Train for counter-terrorism operations
  • Prepare for United Nations peacekeeping missions

Operational Focus

• Conducted under:
  • Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter (peace enforcement operations)
• Focus areas:
  • Sub-conventional warfare (low-intensity conflict)
  • Semi-urban combat scenarios
• Training includes:
  • Drone operations
  • Sniper and mortar handling
  • Tactical field exercises

Prelims Question:
Exercise “CINBAX” is conducted between India and which country?
(a) Vietnam
(b) Cambodia
(c) Thailand
(d) Indonesia

One-line Wrap

CINBAX-II reflects India’s growing defence partnerships and commitment to regional security and global peacekeeping.

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