Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth departed on an official visit to the Czech Republic from 16 to 19 November 2026, with the primary objective of strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and enhancing military-to-military engagement. The visit aims to explore opportunities for collaboration in defence technology and industry between the two nations.
During the visit, General Seth will hold discussions with senior military leaders of the Czech Armed Forces, including Lieutenant General Petr Čepelka, First Deputy Chief of the General Staff and Deputy Chief of Defence at General Staff Headquarters in Prague. The COAS will pay tribute to fallen soldiers through a wreath-laying ceremony at the GSHQ and will call on senior officials of the Czech Ministry of Defence. These engagements will focus on matters of mutual interest including military cooperation, training, modernization, and emerging security challenges.
As part of the program, General Seth will visit the Defence University in Brno and the NATO Joint Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defence Centre of Excellence to gain insights into specialized training, operational capabilities, and future readiness of the Czech Armed Forces. The Army Chief will also interact with representatives of the Inter-governmental Defence Cooperation Agency (AMOS), the Defence and Security Industry Association, and leading defence manufacturers to explore opportunities for cooperation in defence technology and industry.
The visit reflects the shared commitment of India and the Czech Republic to strengthening bilateral defence relations through sustained military dialogue, professional exchanges, and industrial partnerships. This content may not be financially relevant.