Buenos Aires, Feb 6 (NationPress) The Indian Ambassador to Argentina, Ajaneesh Kumar, conducted a meeting with the Minister of Defence of Argentina, Lieutenant General Carlos Alberto Presti, on Friday. The discussions centered around fortifying defence relations between the two nations, with both parties expressing a commitment to discover new avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation.

During this significant meeting, both Ajaneesh Kumar and Lieutenant General Presti concurred on the swift signing of a Cooperation Agreement addressing defence matters.

In an announcement made on X, the Indian Embassy in Argentina noted: "Ambassador Ajaneesh Kumar met with Argentina's Minister of Defence, Lieutenant General Carlos Alberto Presti, at the Ministry of Defence. They reviewed the ongoing bilateral defence relations and reached a consensus to explore fresh opportunities for reinforcing the ties between our countries."

"The Ambassador also informed the Minister about the arrival of the Indian Army Sailing Vessel Triveni in Buenos Aires, featuring an all-women tri-service crew on a circumnavigation expedition. They agreed on the necessity to finalize the Cooperation Agreement on Defence Matters between India and Argentina promptly. The meeting culminated with an invitation for Minister Presti to visit India," the post further detailed.

In a pioneering move for the Indian Armed Forces, ten women officers representing the Army, Navy, and Air Force are undertaking a global sailing expedition aboard the Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni, which commenced its journey from the historic Gateway of India in Mumbai on September 11.

The vessel, symbolically named after the confluence of the three services, embodies the essence of jointness and collaboration among the three branches. The crew consists of five Army officers, one Naval officer, and four Air Force officers. This marks the first occasion that the Indian Armed Forces are jointly leading a circumnavigation mission, a remarkable milestone in India’s maritime endeavors and a shining representation of Nari Shakti in uniform.

According to the Indian Defence Ministry, the officers will navigate over 26,000 nautical miles, crossing the Equator twice and rounding the Three Great Capes – Cape Leeuwin, Cape Horn, and the Cape of Good Hope. Their expedition will traverse all major oceans and some of the most perilous waters globally, including the Southern Ocean and the Drake Passage, testing human resilience against nature’s formidable challenges.

In July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in extensive delegation-level discussions with Argentina's President Javier Milei during a two-day State Visit to the South American nation.

Sharing on social media platform X, PM Modi stated: "I had an excellent meeting with President Javier Milei of Argentina. We celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations between our nations and five years since we elevated our relationship to a Strategic Partnership. While we have achieved considerable progress in our bilateral relations, we both agree that the future holds even greater promise."

During this visit, PM Modi was honored with the 'Key to the City of Buenos Aires', a symbolic ceremonial accolade acknowledging his role in bolstering the bonds between India and Argentina.