The multinational peacekeeping exercise Khaan Quest 2025 commenced on 14 June 2025 at the Five Hills Training Area in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Hosted by the Mongolian Armed Forces in partnership with the US Indo-Pacific Command, the exercise brings together military contingents from 24 countries to enhance interoperability and refine peacekeeping skills under the United Nations mandate.
The opening ceremony was attended by key dignitaries, including India’s Defence Secretary, Mr Rajesh Kumar Singh, and Ambassador of India to Mongolia, Mr Atul Malhari Gotsurve. Also present were senior Mongolian military officials and representatives from various participating nations.
Khaan Quest 2025, scheduled to run until 28 June 2025, aims to promote military-to-military cooperation, mutual learning, and multinational coordination in peacekeeping operations. The exercise includes a range of training activities focused on UN peacekeeping operations in conflict-prone zones and civil-military coordination in humanitarian operations.
India’s participation highlights its rich experience in UN peacekeeping operations and reflects its growing strategic partnership with Mongolia. This engagement also builds upon the recent successful conduct of Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2025, which reinforced bilateral military ties.
As the exercise progresses, the Indian contingent will work alongside global partners in real-world simulation environments, strengthening not only tactical coordination but also the bonds of trust, friendship, and shared purpose.
