Will India be left out in the cold amid Chinese expansion in the Indian Ocean or can it seal in a strategically useful position?

Washington failed to back up its words with action after Beijing pressured Hanoi into abandoning a South China Sea oil drilling project.

A recent visit highlighted the security realm of the relationship that has broader regional strategic significance.

Tokyo rolls out yet another activity as part of its increased regional defense engagement with Southeast Asia.

Reports of new UAVs for Indonesia highlight Washington’s ongoing efforts to boost regional maritime security capabilities.

Looking east and south, New Delhi’s attention is finally turning to Southeast Asia.

New players are creating a more multipolar and complex Indian Ocean environment

Duqm adds an important node to a growing network of facilities in the Indian Ocean held by actors with interests in preserving the status quo.

A visit this week reinforced the importance of Southeast Asia in Japan’s regional vision.

The move would help boost U.S. force readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

Both countries need to work together to improve trust in democratic institutions.

The two sides inked a new version of their defense cooperation agreement last week.

The interaction placed the focus on the broader bilateral relationship.

A closer look at what an uptick in American involvement at the event signals about the administration’s approach.

Insights from Bernt Berger.

India is increasingly staking its claim as a global player.