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The 16th ADMM-Plus Experts’ Working Group on Counter Terrorism is being co-chaired by India and Malaysia, highlighting strong defence cooperation between the two nations. The meeting is scheduled to take place in New Delhi from January 14 to 16, 2026, and will involve ASEAN member states along with dialogue partner countries. Discussions during the event will focus on reviewing ongoing initiatives and planning future activities aimed at strengthening multilateral counter-terrorism cooperation. As part of the agreed roadmap, Malaysia will host a Table Top Exercise in 2026, followed by a Field Training Exercise hosted by India in 2027.