First: Royal Bhutan Army's major military campaign.
Objective: Eliminate militant camps in Bhutan.
Duration: December 2003 - January 2004.
Area: Southern Bhutan.
India-Bhutan Relationship Post-Operations:
Strengthened: Mutual security concerns.
Collaboration: Enhanced border security.
Agreements: Intelligence sharing and strategic cooperation.
Significance:
Deterrence: Reduced militant activities in the region.
Lesson: Regional cooperation is crucial for counter-insurgency.
SRIRAM’s: These operations highlight the significance of regional cooperation and strategic partnerships in combating insurgencies and maintaining regional stability. The India-Bhutan relationship evolved from passive coexistence to active collaboration, underscoring the importance of diplomatic and military strategies in international relations, especially in the context of South Asia.
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