India positions a dozen warships in the Red Sea s eastern region, increasing surveillance amid piracy resurgence. While not part of the U.S.-led task force, India conducts its largest deployment in the area, inspecting over 250 vessels in the last two months. With piracy incidents rising, the move aims to secure crucial shipping routes. Foreign Minister Jaishankar emphasizes India s responsibility in challenging situations, signaling its growing maritime capability and regional commitment. The deployment also addresses challenges beyond piracy, including Houthi attacks and regional security concerns.
Protesters will descend on the Devonport Naval Base today, unhappy with the Government’s decision to deploy New Zealand personnel to join US-led attacks on.
MANILA, Philippines: More Filipinos want the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos to handle issues in the West Philippine Sea through military action, according to a survey from OCTA Research.
NANJING: The 19th biennial meeting of the Western Pacific Naval Symposium (WPNS) will be held in the Chinese port city of Qingdao in April, according to a meeting of the WPNS working group that ended on Thursday.