NEWS: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan is visiting Singapore to attend the 22nd edition of the Shangri-La Dialogue.

ABOUT

• The Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) is Asia's premier defence and security summit.
• It brings together: Defence Ministers, Military Chiefs, Policymakers, Strategic Experts, Security Analysts.
• It serves as a platform for discussing major regional and global security challenges.

Key Point

The Shangri-La Dialogue is often called the "Asian Security Summit." 

History and Evolution

• The Shangri-La Dialogue was established in 2002.
• Since its inception, it has become the most influential multilateral security forum in the Asia-Pacific region.
• It has evolved into a major platform for defence diplomacy and strategic engagement

Who Organises the Shangri-La Dialogue

The dialogue is organised by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).

About IISS

• The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) is a leading global think tank on: Defence, Security, Military affairs, Strategic studies.
• Headquartersà London, United Kingdom (UK).
• Co-Organiserà Singapore's Ministry of Defence coorganises the event

Where and When is it Held?

• It is held every year in June.
• Venue: Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore.
• Location: Singapore.
• Month: June.

Main Objectives of the Shangri-La Dialogue

• Promote Regional Security Cooperationà Encourage cooperation among countries on defence and security matters.
• Build Mutual Trustà Provide opportunities for military and political leaders to engage directly.
• Address Security Challengesà Discuss emerging regional and global threats.
• Strengthen Defence Diplomacyà Promote military-to-military and government-to-government interactions.

Why is the Shangri-La Dialogue Important for India?

• Platform for Defence Diplomacyà India interacts with major powers and regional partners.
• Strengthening Indo-Pacific Strategyà Supports India's vision of a Free, Open, Inclusive and Rules-Based Indo-Pacific.
• Maritime Security Cooperationà Important for safeguarding India's interests in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
• Bilateral Meetingsà Indian leaders hold meetings with defence ministers and military officials from various countries.
• Countering Emerging Security Threatsà Provides opportunities to discuss terrorism, cyber threats, and regional security challenges.