Geneva Conventions remain relevant
Last week marked 75 years since the adoption of the Geneva Conventions on 12 August 1949. In theory, these rules of war are universally agreed by every nation.
Last week marked 75 years since the adoption of the Geneva Conventions on 12 August 1949. In theory, these rules of war are universally agreed by every nation.
The South China Sea has long been a contentious region, but recent developments underscore an escalating threat that demands global attention and coordinated action.
The visit demonstrated India's strong ties with The Philippines and its commitment to further deepen the partnership.
Maritime disputes across the vast South China Sea have ratcheted up in recent years as an increasingly assertive China militarises disputed islands and confronts its regional rivals over their competing claims in the strategically important and resource-rich waterway.
The US military's Indo-Pacific Command said that the intercept was conducted at night and that the Chinese's pilot demonstrated poor airmanship.
In recent years, China has been increasingly assertive over what it says are centuries-old rights to the contested region and has been rapidly building up its military presence to back up those claims.
The sea phase included surface warfare exercises, weapon firing drills and helicopter operations.
The warships will participate in bilateral exercises with Vietnam Peoples’ Navy, Philippine Navy, Republic of Singapore Navy, Indonesian Navy and Australian Navy and also participate in multilateral exercise "MALABAR 21", said Indian Navy.
The Indian Task Force comprises Guided Missile Destroyer Ranvijay, Guided Missile Frigate Shivalik, Anti-Submarine Corvette Kadmatt, and Guided Missile Corvette Kora.
Key elements of this policy are to promote economic cooperation, cultural ties and develop strategic relationships with countries in the Indo-Pacific region through continuous engagement at bilateral, regional and multilateral levels.
