India enhances its defense capability in the Indian Ocean region, while lowering the submarine, destroyer and frigate. This event, which took place on January 15 at the Mazagon state ship in Mumbai, emphasizes the country's growing attention to security in a strategically important region.
India's Defense Minister Rajnat Singh said that the Indian Ocean became the epicenter of the global struggle for influence, in particular due to the shift of strategic importance from the Atlantic to the Indian. He also stressed that 95% of India's trade is through this region, which makes its security priority for the country.
"India attaches most important to strengthening its naval fleet to protect its interests," Singh emphasized.
India Prime Minister Narindra Modi noted that the launch of three large warships is an important stage in reaching the country's ambitions to become a world leader in defense production and maritime security.
Analysts note that India's defense potential increases against the background of the growing naval presence of China in the region. According to Defense Expert Rahul Bedy, China, who is the main rival of India, is rapidly growing his fleet, which creates additional challenges for Indian security.
