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    HomeNewsOpinionThe Eastern Window: India uses 'Neighbourhood First' policy to regain influence in Indian Ocean area

    The Eastern Window: India uses 'Neighbourhood First' policy to regain influence in Indian Ocean area

    Jaishankar’s recent visit to the Maldives and Sri Lanka shows India is ready to invest heavily in the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy to regain some of the lost influence over the Indian Ocean area and combat predatory challenges from China

    Saibal Dasgupta
    January 23, 2023 / 09:08 IST
    India and China have been competing for influence in the Indian Ocean region for a long time, but the pace of competition has grown intense in recent years. (Representative Image)
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