This study examined the possibilities of
enhancing India-Mongolia defence cooperation for mutual benefit. The critical
areas of focus included the national security perspective of Mongolia, its
threat perceptions and sensitivities, the countries’ military capabilities and
the role played by their defence forces. The study also undertook the Russian
and Chinese influence in Mongolia and the possible reaction of China to India’s
defence engagement with Mongolia. Finally, it looked at existing defence
engagement with Mongolia and identified convergences, divergences, challenges
and opportunities.