India-Indonesia Maritime Security Collaboration: Strategic Challenges And Implications For China's Influence In The Indian Ocean
Abstract
The India-Indonesia maritime security partnership has emerged as a crucial development in the Indo Pacific’s evolving geopolitical landscape. United by concerns over critical sea lane security and China's assertive ambitions, both nations have forged a strategic alliance. Indonesia, the largest Muslim-majority country, views India as a vital partner in countering China’s hegemonic pursuits, while Beijing, reliant on uninterrupted energy supplies, adopts an aggressive maritime policy to deter rival alliances. This partnership serves as a strategic counterbalance to China’s expansionist policies, addressing shared threats and reshaping regional dynamics. By enhancing maritime readiness, promoting a rules-based order, and fostering regional cooperation, the collaboration checks China’s aspirations for dominance in the Indo Pacific. Grounded in classical and structural realist theories, this qualitative study examines the drivers and implications of this partnership, highlighting its pivotal role in shaping the region’s future maritime security and maintaining strategic stability.
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