Tag: Indian Ocean

India-China
2025 July

India-China Relations: A Constructive Reset with Strategic Promise

admin July 15, 2025 No Comments

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s 2025 visit to China marks a cautious revival of dialogue after years of tension following the 2020 Galwan clash. While both nations are adopting a softer diplomatic tone and reactivating bilateral mechanisms, deep-rooted mistrust—especially over the unresolved border and geopolitical rivalries—persists. True normalization will require sustained efforts in trust-building, strategic maturity, and de-escalation on both sides.

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Diego Garcia
2025 April

Diego Garcia: The Unsinkable Aircraft Carrier of the Indian Ocean

admin April 26, 2025 No Comments

Nestled deep within the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean lies Diego Garcia, a crescent-shaped coral atoll that forms part of the Chagos Archipelago. This isolated island, under British sovereignty but leased to the United States, has emerged as one of the most strategically significant military outposts in the world. Dubbed by many as the “unsinkable aircraft carrier,” Diego Garcia serves as a linchpin for power projection across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), with vital implications for operations spanning Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.

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Indian Ocean
2025 February

India: Guardian of Indian Ocean Trade Routes

admin February 13, 2025 No Comments

The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) is a geopolitical hotspot, crucial for global trade and energy flows. Handling over 60% of global maritime trade, including one-third of container traffic and two-thirds of oil shipments, the IOR is vital for connecting major economies. Securing the IOR is paramount for India’s strategic and economic interests.

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