India’s Maritime Security and Strategic Encirclement Concerns
Author: Daksha Bedi
Editors: Chi Chu, Gaia Sterre Mirotti, Benjamin Young & Ksenia Luzhko
To strengthen its presence in the Indo-Pacific, China has pursued the "String of Pearls" strategy, establishing a network of commercial ports and maritime infrastructure with potential military applications. For India, this expanding Chinese presence raises concerns over maritime surveillance, interference with naval operations, and the perceived legitimization of Pakistan's claims over Kashmir.
This policy brief assesses India's strategic position in the Indo-Pacific and proposes policy recommendations to strengthen its regional role and strategic resilience.
