India and Japan recently finished a joint naval exercise. Photo: Twitter
SCMP: India set to pose growing challenge to China at sea
* New Delhi is developing its strategic partnership with the US, Australia and Japan as part of efforts to counter China’s growing influence in the Indian Ocean
* Some observers say its relationship with Washington has already developed in a quasi-alliance
India is likely to pose an increased challenge to China at sea following their recent confrontation on land,
analysts said.
Last week, the Indian Navy and Japanese Maritime Self-Defence Force held a joint exercise in the Indian Ocean, as part of the nascent “Quad” that also involves the United States and Australia.
India has already held regular bilateral exercises with the other three armed forces and has said it might invite Australia to join the “Malabar” war games it holds with Japan and the US.
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