An Ocean in Focus~I

India, the largest country and dominant power in the Indian Ocean Region, overwhelmingly controls the air and sea lines of communication here. The Chinese muscle-flexing has already pushed India to forge closer maritime ties with USA, Japan and Australia in the Quad and into active engagement with Vietnam in a ‘comprehensive strategic partnership‘. India must increase its sphere of influence, and a secure base in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a prerequisite for that