Madhav Menon
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The Contest for Ayungin Shoal is part of a larger Battle
The dispute over the Spratly Islands is not only about territorial claims but also about control over critical economic resources, including oil, natural gas, rare earth materials, and fishing grounds. As technological advancement allows DSM to be more affordable and profitable the contest around Spratley Islands and the South China Sea is likely to escalate…
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Shifting Naval Balance of Power in the Indo-Pacific
The balance of power in the Indo-Pacific region has been shifting in recent years as China continues to modernise and expand its naval capabilities. The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has rapidly grown to become the largest navy in the world, with an estimated 350 ships and submarines, including advanced destroyers, frigates and aircraft carriers.…