Tag: Indo-Pacific region

Berbera: A Strategic Gateway for India’s Trade and Security in the Horn of Africa

Berbera: A Strategic Gateway for India’s Trade and Security in the Horn of Africa

The Port of Berbera, situated in Somaliland along the Gulf of Aden, is fast emerging as a vital hub in the Horn of Africa, offering strategic and economic opportunities for countries seeking to secure their trade routes and expand geopolitical influence. With its 500-mile coastline and proximity to key global shipping lanes, Berbera provides a stable and secure alternative to the high-risk zones near Yemen. For India, Berbera represents a strategic opportunity to strengthen its trade ties with Africa, enhance maritime security, and counter destabilizing forces in the region, particularly as the global trade environment grows increasingly volatile. Continue reading “Berbera: A Strategic Gateway for India’s Trade and Security in the Horn of Africa”

Senator Risch’s Amendment Calls for Security & Defense Partnership with Somaliland

Senator Risch's Amendment Calls for Security & Defense Partnership with Somaliland

U.S. Senator James Risch (R-Idaho)- a ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee- in last month introduced an amendment to the fiscal 2022 (FY2022) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) calling for the establishment of a security and defense partnership between the United States and Somaliland  Continue reading “Senator Risch’s Amendment Calls for Security & Defense Partnership with Somaliland”

Dr. Sankalp Gurjar Got It but Irro Failed Grasping Taiwan’s Value in Indo-Pacific Geostrategy

Dr. Sankalp Gurjar Got It but Irro Failed Grasping Taiwan’s Value in Indo-Pacific Geostrategy

The Indo-Pacific region spans from the West coasts of the Americas to the Eastern shores of Africa and covering much of Asia and all of Oceania countries. Continue reading “Dr. Sankalp Gurjar Got It but Irro Failed Grasping Taiwan’s Value in Indo-Pacific Geostrategy”