Discuss the strategic importance of “Indian Ocean” in the post Cold War scenario and analyze the role of the United States and China in the region. Also identify vital political, economic and strategic interests of both great powers in the contemporary geopolitical situation.

Analyse · 20 marks · 30 min

About 1200 words. The examiner marks against these:

• ☐ Impact
• ☐ Outlook

Debate: Can Pakistan stay a US partner as Washington builds India against China?