India, South Korea Sign Defence MoU on Cybersecurity

India and the Republic of Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 19 May 2026 in Seoul for cooperation in defence, cybersecurity, and defence information sharing. The agreement was signed during the official visit of India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and South Korea’s Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-Back.

Memorandum of Understanding

A Memorandum of Understanding is a formal agreement between two parties that records areas of cooperation without creating a treaty obligation. In defence relations, an MoU often covers training, logistics, technology exchange, and information sharing.

Cybersecurity and Defence Information Sharing

The MoU covers countering cyber threats, protecting critical military infrastructure, and sharing best practices in digital defence. It also seeks to strengthen institutional mechanisms for information sharing and situational awareness.

India-ROK Defence Cooperation

India and the Republic of Korea have maintained strategic engagement through defence dialogues, military exchanges, and defence industry cooperation. The two countries also held bilateral talks on 20 May 2026 on military-to-military ties and defence industry cooperation.

Important Facts for Exams

• Seoul is the capital of the Republic of Korea.
• Rajnath Singh serves as India’s Defence Minister.
• Ahn Gyu-Back serves as South Korea’s Defence Minister.
• Cybersecurity is a major component of modern defence cooperation.

India and the Republic of Korea signed the MoU during a period of increased strategic engagement between the two countries. The agreement includes cooperation on modern warfare and regional security challenges.