PM Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand July 6-11
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Why in news
PM Modi's visit to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand (July 2024) aims to strengthen maritime security and 'Act East' engagement in the Indo-Pacific.
Background
PM Modi will meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to discuss defense, critical minerals, and cybersecurity. The visit includes a stop at the Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta and reinforces India's Quad-related maritime cooperation.
Facts for Prelims
- PlacePrambanan Temple: A 9th-century Hindu temple located in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
- BodyQuad: A strategic security dialogue between India, USA, Japan, and Australia.
- FactPM Modi's visit scheduled for July 6-11, 2024.
- PostPrabowo Subianto: President of Indonesia.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the significance of India's 'Act East' policy in securing the Indo-Pacific region and managing maritime security challenges.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Maritime security: Countering unilateral changes to the status quo in the eastern Indian Ocean.
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing multi-alignment through Quad and bilateral defense cooperation with ASEAN nations.
- Resource security: Securing supply chains for critical minerals and emerging technologies in the Asia-Pacific.
Keywords: Act East Policy · Indo-Pacific · Maritime Security · Strategic Autonomy · Critical Minerals
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