*The 6th edition of Joint Military Exercise Dharma Guardian* , between *India and Japan* , is scheduled to be conducted at Mount Fuji, Japan *from 25 February to 09 March 2025* . Aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability between the two forces while undertaking joint urban warfare and counter-terrorism operations under UN mandate. Building on the momentum of the COAS successful visit to Japan from 14 to 17 October 2024, Exercise Dharma Guardian 2025 will further strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation between India and Japan. #indiajapanfriendship #upsc #jkpsc #ssc #jkssb #cds #nda