India is troubled by China's dominance in the indian Ocean...
Since the military conflict in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh in 2020, relations between india and china have actually gotten worse. Security experts claim that because both nations want to establish their dominance in this region, tension is now also being felt in the indian Ocean. china, India's neighbour, has accelerated the modernization of its naval capabilities over the past few years. In its fleet, the Chinese Navy has a sizable number of aircraft carriers, surface combatants, and military submarines.
China wants to practise "String of Pearls" politics
The "String of Pearls" strategy is what china is employing in the indian Ocean. This plan calls for developing and protecting strategic infrastructure near the indian Ocean that can be turned to military use when necessary. These "pearls" are allegedly being constructed to aid china in establishing strategic connections with numerous nations along sea routes. china is constructing a port in Pakistan's Gwadar. In addition, djibouti is constructing a port in the Horn of Africa. Additionally, this nation has leased Hambantota from sri lanka for 99 years. china can expand its naval influence and reach in the indian Ocean region with the aid of these ports.
How much of a threat does china pose to India?
India constantly faces the challenge of China's expanding influence in the indian Ocean. Without a doubt, china is present along its maritime border in a significant manner, and this presence is growing over time. india will undoubtedly be concerned about China's intentions in this situation given its expansionist policy.
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