Indo-Pacific Region

Keris Woomera 2024: Indonesia-Australia Joint Military Drills

November 14, 2024

The Indonesian and Australian militaries commenced joint combat exercises on November 13, 2024. Approximately 2,000 troops are participating in various operations off Java. The drills include air, maritime, amphibious, and land exercises. The live-fire segment occurs near Banongan beach in ..

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Talisman Sabre Exercises 2023

July 24, 2023

Australia and the United States have initiated the Talisman Sabre joint military exercises, a large-scale show of force and unity involving more than 30,000 troops and participants from 11 other countries. Held every two years, this year’s drills mark the ..

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$95 Million Undersea Cable Connection Project in Micronesia

June 7, 2023

Japan, the United States, and Australia have recently announced their joint venture in signing a significant undersea cable project. This initiative aims to improve network connectivity in the Indo-Pacific region, while also countering China’s expanding influence. Connecting Nations and Enhancing ..

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Bangladesh Indo-Pacific Outlook

April 25, 2023

Bangladesh recently announced its 15-point Indo-Pacific Outlook (IPO), envisioning a free, open, peaceful, secure, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s tri-nation visit to Japan, the USA, and the UK prompted the announcement of the IPO. Scope of Partnership with ..

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Balikatan Drills between the US and the Philippines

April 12, 2023

The Balikatan drills are annual military exercises conducted between the United States and the Philippines. The name “Balikatan” is derived from the Tagalog word “shoulder-to-shoulder,” reflecting the strong partnership between the two countries. Involvement and Types of Exercises More than ..

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Moscow Conference on International Security-2022

August 17, 2022

The Moscow Conference on International Security-2022 was held from August 15 to August 17, 2022. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the plenary session conference virtually on August 16. Highlights of Defence Minister’s address: In his address, Defence Minister stressed on ..

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Partners in the Blue Pacific’ initiative

June 28, 2022

The United States and allied countries namely Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom; have launched a new initiative called ‘Partners in the Blue Pacific’. Highlights This initiative was launched amid China’s aggressive push of increasing its influence in ..

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U.S. Defence Budget and Indo-Pacific Strategy

March 31, 2022

A proposed USD 1.8 billion for supporting the Indo-Pacific strategy of the USA was announced by President Joe Biden. To counter the malign behaviour of China another USD 400 million was also announced. Overview: Both these announcements are a part ..

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Plastics Innovation Hub Indonesia

March 9, 2022

A partnership has been established by Australia and Indonesia with the aim of tackling plastic pollution in the Indo-Pacific region. Overview: The Australian government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia’s national ..

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Quad Ministerial meeting- Highlights

February 12, 2022

Foreign Ministers of Australia, India and Japan recently noted that, QUAD is cooperating on sharing intelligence information on threats in the Indo-Pacific region. Key Facts Ministers called for justice for the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai (2008) as well as ..

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