The Latest Breaking News from Indo-Pacific

18 million people living in poverty depend on underwater meadows for food and income - but these vital habitats are under threat

At least 18 million people living in poverty across the Indo-Pacific fish in seagrass meadows, while around 6.5 million rely on them as their only fishing grounds. For these communities, the underwater habitats are not simply part of the natural environment but a source of food and a means of…

The Conversation · 18h ago

Closely monitoring developments in Indo-Pacific; focusing on extended-range operational reach: IAF Chief AP Singh

The Indian Air Force is focusing on enhancing operational capabilities to protect national security interests in the Indo-Pacific region. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh emphasized the importance of extended distance operations and strategic partnerships to achieve this goal. Collaborations with friendly air forces are being strengthened through complex exercises and…

The Economic Times · Oct 25

‘We don’t come enough’ to India, says Rubio on return visit; flags region’s role in shaping 21st-century history

At US's 250th-anniversary celebration in Mumbai, Secretary of State Marco Rubio underscored the importance of more regular engagements with India. Pointing to the country's status as a crucial geopolitical partner, he discussed mutual interests in technology, trade, and Indo-Pacific security. Rubio asserted that strategic collaboration in these areas would be…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Quad leaders agree what Ukraine experiencing should not be allowed in Indo-Pacific - Japan's Kishida

Leaders of the Quad grouping of countries -- the United States, India, Australia and Japan -- agreed on Thursday that what's happening to Ukraine should not be allowed to happen in the Indo-Pacific, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said.

Reuters · Mar 3, 2022

Quad leaders agree Ukraine experience should not be allowed in Indo-Pacific -Japan, Australia

Leaders of the Quad grouping of countries - the United States, India, Australia and Japan - agreed on Thursday that what is happening to Ukraine should not be allowed to happen in the Indo-Pacific, the prime ministers of Japan and Australia said.

Reuters · Mar 3, 2022

U.S. can focus on two theaters - Indo-Pacific and war in Europe, official says

The United States will keep its focus on the Indo-Pacific despite the Ukraine crisis, the White House Indo-Pacific policy coordinator said on Monday, adding Washington has been deeply engaged in two theaters simultaneously before, including during World War Two and the Cold War.

Reuters · Feb 28, 2022

China Is in Awkward Position over Ukraine, Says US Official

US Indo-Pacific policy coordinator Kurt Campbell said on Monday that China was in an awkward position of sustaining ties with Russia during Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, but that Washington wants to keep communication lines with Beijing open. The White House on Sunday called on China to condemn Russia for its…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 28, 2022

UK pledges $34 million to enhance security in Indo-Pacific

Britain committed 25 million pounds ($34 million) to strengthen security in the Indo-Pacific as part of a pact with Australia, and leaders of both countries expressed "grave concerns" about China's policies in its far western region of Xinjiang.

Reuters · Feb 17, 2022

Morning digest: Biden administration announces Indo-Pacific strategy; IPL mega auction weekend begins today, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day.

The Hindu · Feb 12, 2022

Biden's Indo-Pacific strategy homes in on China's "sphere of influence"

The Biden administration warns that there is only a narrow window of time remaining to prevent China from transforming the region into its own sphere of influence.

Axios · Feb 11, 2022