Biyon Sony Joseph

Oct 26, 2024 | thediplomat.com | Biyon Sony Joseph

In May 2024, the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet completed to Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines and Brunei. As part of the Operational Deployment to the South China Sea, the Indian Navy visited these Southeast Asian countries and demonstrated its intent and efforts to deepen its growing network of maritime partnerships. Similar visits have been made for several years now.

Mar 11, 2024 | southasianvoices.org | Ankit Tiwari |Purushendra Singh |Biyon Sony Joseph |Araudra Singh

After five months of delays, the Indian government is finally forging ahead with plans for the much-touted India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC). On February 13, 2024, India and the UAE signed a framework agreement on the transcontinental corridor.

Feb 28, 2024 | southasianvoices.org | Biyon Sony Joseph |Purushendra Singh |Ankit Tiwari |Jagannath Panda

Since the rise of the Indo-Pacific as a dominant geopolitical construct, minilaterals – informal, non-binding, and voluntary partnerships involving a few countries – have emerged as the preferred method for cooperation among regional powers. Coupled with China’s assertive actions in the region, countries, including India, have utilized these ad-hoc mechanisms to address myriad challenges.

Aug 7, 2023 | thediplomat.com | Biyon Sony Joseph

The Pulse | Security | South Asia India’s new autonomous underwater vehicles is a milestone for its efforts in the UUV sector. On July 28, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), an Indian state-owned shipyard, launched an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) named Neerakshi. A significant milestone in India’s efforts to strengthen its underwater capabilities, it is a collaborative effort between GRSE and Aerospace Engineering Private Limited (AEPL).