Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Talisman Sabre Exercise – 2023 ? (1) USA and France have initiated the Talisman Sabre Exercise – 2023' (2) It is a joint military exercise of the two countries (3) This Exercise is held for every Four Years (4) India attended as an Observer to this military exercise

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect and Statement 2 is correct: Talisman Sabre is the largest bilateral military exercise between Australia and the United States, with multinational participation. It is designed to advance a free and open Indo Pacific by strengthening relationships and interoperability among key allies and enhancing collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. Statement 3 is incorrect: The exercise is held every two years, alternating between Australia and the United States. Statement 4 is correct: Military personnel from India, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand joined as observers at the exercise