The Rwanda Defence Pressure (RDF) on Tuesday, June 2, hosted a delegation of 23 college students from the Indian Nationwide Defence School at RDF Headquarters as a part of their research tour to Rwanda, happening from 1–6 June 2026.
In the course of the go to, the delegation acquired a briefing on the RDF’s transformation journey and its contribution to regional peace and safety. The presentation highlighted the pressure’s institutional growth, professionalization efforts, and its function in peace assist operations and regional safety initiatives.
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On behalf of the Minister of Defence and the RDF Chief of Defence Workers, Brig Gen Patrick Karuretwa, Director Basic of Worldwide Navy Cooperation on the Ministry of Defence, welcomed the delegation and mirrored on the rising ties between Rwanda and India, notably within the space of defence cooperation. He additionally underscored the shared dedication of each nations to peace, safety, and growth.
Karuretwa recommended India as a valued companion in navy schooling and coaching, noting that plenty of Rwanda Defence Pressure officers have benefited from programs {and professional} growth alternatives supplied by Indian navy establishments.
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Talking on behalf of the delegation, Brig Gen Imtiyaz Ahmed Khan expressed appreciation for the insightful briefing on the RDF’s transformation journey, its worldwide cooperation efforts, and the assorted initiatives undertaken to strengthen its capabilities.
He famous that the change mirrored the mutual respect, professionalism, and robust relationship between the 2 defence forces.
As a part of their research tour, on Monday, the delegation additionally visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial to pay tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide towards the Tutsi. Additionally they toured the Marketing campaign Towards Genocide Museum.
