The Defence Minister AK Antony held talks with his Brazilian counterpart Mr. Celso Amorim. Both leaders held serious discussions on bilateral defence cooperation and regional security issues.

Mr. Amorim, who is on a visit to India from February 4-8, 2012, was earlier in the day accorded a tri-Services Guard of Honour. Senior officials of the Brazilian Ministry of Defence and the Brazilian Armed Forces including the Chief of Air Force, accompanying the visiting dignitary, also held meetings with their respective counterparts. The Brazilian Defence Minister will visit HAL, Bangalore during his five-day stay in India. India and Brazil share common concerns and interests and have a strategic partnership.