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Darshana M. Baruah on Indian Ocean Geopolitics

“To better understand the unraveling Indian Ocean geopolitics, it is important to study and understand the new maritime identities of the Indian Ocean islands.” The in-vogue term “Indo-Pacific” ...
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Chinese Navy Submarines Could Become A Reality In Indian Ocean

The Chinese Navy is rapidly pursuing global capabilities. A key area of future operations may be the Indian Ocean. Chinese submarines in particular could have a strategic impact if they were roaming ...

One of the ocean's saltiest regions is freshening: What it means for circulation

The southern Indian Ocean off the west coast of Australia is becoming less salty at an astonishing rate, largely due to ...
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Welcome to the New Indian Ocean

Family members wave national flags, as the Turkish frigate TCG Gemlik sails toward the coast of Somalia for a NATO mission against piracy (Feb. 1, 2010). Credit: AP Photo/Selcan Hacaoglu The strategic ...

The Indian Ocean is becoming ‘less salty’: Scientists say the consequences could be massive

For decades, the Indian Ocean has been known for some of the saltiest waters on Earth. But it seems that’s changing. Experts ...

Tropical cyclone Gezani hits Madagascar and kills at least 9 on the Indian Ocean island

Tropical Cyclone Gezani made landfall in Madagascar's main port city, unleashing winds that collapsed houses and left at least nine people dead on the Indian Ocean island, authorities said Wednesday.

IAF, Royal Thai Air Force jointly conduct air combat exercise in Indian Ocean Region

IAF and Royal Thai Air Force conduct joint air combat exercise in the Indian Ocean, enhancing military cooperation and operational synergy.