Every day, billions of digital transactions, financial transfers, emails, video calls and cloud services depend on a network that most people never see—undersea fibre-optic cables. Although satellites play an important role in global communications, the vast majority of international internet traffic travels through these submarine cables laid across the ocean floor. For India, whose economy,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a three-nation diplomatic tour with a high-profile visit to Indonesia, marking his first bilateral visit since India and Indonesia elevated ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018. The visit is expected to deepen cooperation in defence, maritime security, critical minerals, digital connectivity and food security. As two major
The G7 Summit 2026 in Evian, France, comes at a time of significant geopolitical change. Although India is not a member of the G7, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation highlights the country’s growing importance in global affairs. As major powers navigate economic uncertainty, technological competition, energy security challenges and regional conflicts, India’s role as a
The India-China border is one of the world’s most strategically sensitive frontiers. Stretching across the Himalayas, the Line of Actual Control (LAC) has become a focal point of military competition and infrastructure development. In recent years, both India and China have accelerated the construction of roads, tunnels, railways, airfields, and logistics hubs near the border.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Slovakia marks an important moment in India’s engagement with Europe. While larger European powers such as France, Germany, and the United Kingdom often dominate headlines, India’s growing partnership with smaller but strategically positioned European nations is becoming increasingly significant. The visit reflects India’s broader effort to strengthen its diplomatic,
In the 21st century, national power is no longer determined solely by military strength or economic size. Increasingly, countries are competing for access to critical minerals that power modern technologies, defence systems, electric vehicles and advanced industries. From lithium batteries and semiconductor chips to fighter aircraft and missile systems, critical minerals have become the foundation
The Bab-el-Mandeb Strait is one of the most strategically important maritime chokepoints in the world. Located between Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula and Djibouti and Eritrea in Africa, it connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. Although geographically distant from India, the strait plays a critical role in India’s
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most critical maritime chokepoints in the world. It connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea and carries a large share of global oil shipments. For India, this narrow waterway is directly linked to energy security, economic stability and strategic planning. According to global energy data, the
Introduction The Strait of Malacca is one of the most important maritime chokepoints in the world. Located between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra, it connects the Indian Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. For India, this narrow sea passage plays a crucial role in trade, energy imports and strategic security. What Is
Geography continues to shape global power, even in an age of advanced technology. Certain narrow passages, known as strategic chokepoints, control the movement of trade, energy and military forces. For India, these chokepoints are not distant concepts. They directly influence national security, economic stability and geopolitical strategy. What Are Strategic Chokepoints? Strategic chokepoints are narrow
