India and Australia are set to conduct the AUSTRAHIND 2025 joint military exercise from October 13 to 26, aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of both armies in urban and semi-urban terrains under a UN mandate. This exercise will focus on realistic combat drills, mission planning, and humanitarian operations, promoting interoperability and mutual understanding between the forces. Building on the successful 2024 edition held in Pune, AUSTRAHIND has become a pivotal platform for defense cooperation under the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reflecting both nations’ commitment to maintaining a free and rules-based international order. The upcoming exercise, taking place in Perth, underscores the strengthening defense ties amid evolving Indo-Pacific security dynamics, highlighting the strategic importance of collaborative peacekeeping efforts.