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    HomeNewsOpinionThe Eastern Window: China launches new programme to expand influence in Indian Ocean countries

    The Eastern Window: China launches new programme to expand influence in Indian Ocean countries

    China is trying to buy influence in 20 odd Indian Ocean countries by financing development programmes. The idea is to use these countries as future bases for spying on India and possibly conduct covert operations at a later date

    Saibal Dasgupta
    December 11, 2023 / 10:58 IST
    The past record suggests that Beijing usually tries to push its military agenda in countries that receive financial assistance and adopts China-style development programmes.
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