Indo-Pacific
Strategic Concept and India's Position
The Indo-Pacific is a geopolitical and strategic construct encompassing the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean as a single, interconnected strategic space. India's Indo-Pacific vision — articulated at the Shangri-La Dialogue in 2018 — is inclusive, rules-based, and centred on ASEAN centrality. It contrasts with narrower formulations that emphasise containment. India's Indo-Pacific engagement spans the Quad, the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), and bilateral partnerships from East Africa to the Pacific Islands.
- India's Indo-Pacific vision articulated: Shangri-La Dialogue, June 2018 (Singapore)
- ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP): 2019; India supports ASEAN centrality
- Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA): 23 members; India is a founding member
- South China Sea: India has consistent position — disputes must be resolved per UNCLOS (UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, 1982)
- New Zealand: First Indian PM state visit in 40 years; New Zealand is a member of Five Eyes and Pacific-oriented NATO partner
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