India and Armenia strengthened their defense partnership during a Joint Working Group Meeting on Defence Cooperation held in Hyderabad on October 23, 2025. Led by Joint Secretary Vishwesh Negi from India and Levon Ayvazyan from Armenia, the two sides exchanged views on bilateral defense cooperation, defense industrial collaboration, and broader security issues. The discussions highlighted expanding cooperation opportunities, including support for MSMEs and startups in defense manufacturing. The meeting also followed recent engagements such as India’s participation in Armenia’s National Day and high-level ministerial exchanges this year. A new comprehensive 2026 Defence Cooperation Program was signed, encompassing reciprocal visits, joint military education, training exercises, and technical cooperation activities. This growing strategic partnership reflects India’s role as Armenia’s leading defense supplier, offering competitive military technology and reinforcing regional security ties. The cooperation underscores India’s commitment to deepening defense ties with Armenia amid evolving geopolitical dynamics. The next round of consultations is planned to be held in Armenia, further cementing this bilateral security collaboration.