India seeks to speed up plans in Indian Ocean amid growing Chinese presence in region, say experts
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], January 4 (ANI): India seeks to speed up plans in the Indian Ocean amidst growing Chinese presence in the region. Indian aims to convert the Andaman and Nicobar Islands into a shipping and tourism hub with connections to South-East Asia, reported The Star, a Malaysia-based publication.
In a recent meeting, Indian and Indonesian officials agreed to "encourage sail tourism, cruise ship visits, and i