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सामान्य माणूस, सामान्य कुटुंब आणि नागरिकांच्या हातात ये�

इंडो-पॅसिफिक क्षेत्रात चीनच्या वाढत्या तैनाती व खोल समु�

China’s civilian research deployments for deep seabed mining in the Indo-Pacific are a cause for concern and a call for cooperation

जर इंडो-पॅसिफिक प्रदेशाला जागतिक अर्थव्यवस्थेचे केंद्र

सेशेल्स आणि भारत यांच्यातील भागीदारी ब्लू इकॉनॉमीतील श�

आपल्या समृद्ध सागरी संसाधनांचा लाभ घेऊन आणि अर्थपूर्ण स�

अगर हिंद प्रशांत क्षेत्र को दुनिया की अर्थव्यवस्था का के

Beyond mitigative responses to climate change’s impact on oceans, regenerative blue economy strategies emphasise inclusive and sustainable growth

Seychelles’s partnership with India sets a precedent for future sustainability, innovation, and collaboration in the blue economy

By leveraging its rich marine resources and engaging in meaningful collaborations, India can drive its blue economy strategy

The blue economic policies of littoral nations in the Indian Ocean are essential to the Indo-Pacific’s future as a global economic centre

Given its location and its capabilities, Seychelles is well-placed to mitigate sea-borne challenges by cooperating with major players.

सागरी संसाधनांच्या विपुलतेचा लाभ घेऊन जागतिक अन्न सुरक�

Blue food carries significant potential for bolstering global food security and sustainability by leveraging the abundance of marine resources.

SIDS द्वारे घेतलेल्या उपाययोजना वाढत्या हवामान जोखमीच्या �

The measures taken by SIDS are unable to keep up with the pace of increasing climate risks thus international cooperation plays a vital role in develo

भू-राजनीति के प्रतिस्पर्धी कोष्ठागारों (साइलोज़, यानी ऐस

Coupling maritime security with broader maritime governance will aid in advancing global cooperation in the maritime space

Mumbai’s history and location make it the ideal candidate for becoming 21st century India’s hub of trade, connectivity and security  

With the gradual receding of the pandemic, Maldives in now focusing on pertinent issues such as climate change, economy, and tourism

Bangladesh is trying to engage in various sub-regional connectivity projects via road, rail, and sea routes with India.

The Blue Economy initiatives compel both India and Australia to acknowledge the untapped growth and power potentials.

Seychelles will need to focus intensely on re-building its economy by creating, rejuvenating, and upscaling the country’s outlined Blue Economy sect

Prioritisation of any one aspect — economic, social or environmental — would chart a lopsided course of development.

The Western Indian Ocean region’s geographical proximity and its rich natural resources, provides India with a great opportunity to increase its mar

The Indian Ocean is vital to the economies, security and livelihoods of its littoral states. However, the economic and sustainable development issues in the rim are particularly challenging since the countries, with diverse political systems, development status and agendas, are home to one- third of the world’s population that rely extensively on the marine resources for sustenance, thereby subjecting the ocean’s resources to pressures from p

Once a niche term, Blue Economy (BE) has matured into a popular concept in marine governance discussions in the Indo-Pacific region. As land resources reach their limits, governments in the region are keen to harness the ocean’s wealth for economic projects. Policymakers widely believe the blue paradigm allows marine activities to be earth-friendly and sustainable, and thereby guaranteeing a more equitable future. Recent developments, however,

Given the global importance of the Blue Economy, India’s G20 Presidency brings about the unique opportunity to prioritise the BE for the purpose for growth, green economy and social equity.

Blue economy’ is the integration of ocean economy development with values of social inclusion and environmental sustainability, along with dynamic and innovative business models. For India, however, blue economy extends beyond being merely an economic and environmental proposition. It presents India with an unprecedented opportunity to meet its national objectives, strengthen connectivity with neighbours, and exert influence in the surrounding

The geographical and socioeconomic characteristics of small island developing states (SIDS) expose them to unique challenges. Climate change, in particular, poses a severe threat to SIDS, with rising sea levels, ocean acidification, and changing precipitation patterns negatively affecting their ecosystems, economies, and communities. This brief assesses the challenges faced by SIDS in accessing traditional climate financing and analyses the effec

The human toll of the COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating. At the same time, measures to tackle the crisis have affected national economies and grounded global trade to a halt. Small Island Developing States (SIDS) such as the Seychelles are amongst the countries that have suffered some of the worst economic impacts of the outbreak. The current situation illustrates the global state of unpreparedness for a pandemic and points to similar inadeq

While pursuing growth of the sector, the environmental sustainability and social equity aspects must also be understood using science, technology, finance and innovation

Blue Economy is fast becoming an area of huge interest for African policymakers. Has the rhetoric translated to concrete developmental outcomes? This brief examines the question of how the concept of ‘Blue economy’ should be operationalised nationally and regionally in Africa. It highlights strategic entry points that should be driven by both public and private sectors and supported by South-South cooperation: the development of ports, promot

The Seychelles’ geographical advantages have given it economic gains from its main Blue Economy (BE) sectors—fisheries and tourism. However, overexploitation and unsustainable management practices have placed undue pressure on these resources. In 2018, the country conceived a sustainable ocean-based development pathway—the Seychelles’ Blue Economy Strategic Framework and Roadmap. Various socio-economic and environmental challenges threate

The Blue Economy (BE) is a resonant theme among Bay of Bengal states. Despite recent efforts by governments in the region to promote blue growth, however, there is yet no comprehensive, region-wide agenda for marine governance. This brief looks at ways in which Bay states can harmonise their BE approaches to develop an integrated strategy. By collectively investing in technology, innovation, and governance systems, the governments of these littor

This paper trains the spotlight on India’s relations with Africa by studying the country’s relations with two east African countries – Tanzania and Kenya, and two south African countries – Mozambique and South Africa. The paper opens with a description of the trade, investment, and development cooperation links between India and these countries. An assessment follows of three key areas in these bilateral relationships: energy, food securi

Aiming to secure their marine resources in the Bay of Bengal, India and Bangladesh settled their maritime boundary in 2014. Despite the delimitation, however, fishers from both countries continue to commit unlawful forays into each other's sovereign waters, leading to the enforcement of punitive measures against those accused or convicted. Such incidents not only jeopardise the fishers’ livelihoods, but repeated occurrences also nettle relation

The Bay of Bengal region is more than a channel for commerce — it has become an arena for power projection.

India’s growing security co-operation with Mauritius will contribute towards a ‘free and open’ western Indian region.