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4. Geopolitical Boardgames: Winners and Losers in the Indian Ocean Region

Authors : RS Aswani, Shambhu Sajith

Published in: Cooperative Sustainable Development

Publisher: Springer Nature Singapore

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This chapter explores the strategic significance of the Indian Ocean region, examining geopolitical dynamics, power struggles among regional and global players, and the economic, military, and political interests at play. It also looks at the implications of these power dynamics in the region’s energy transition ambitions.

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Title: Geopolitical Boardgames: Winners and Losers in the Indian Ocean Region
Authors: RS Aswani
Shambhu Sajith
Publisher: Springer Nature Singapore
Book: Cooperative Sustainable Development
Print ISBN: 978-981-9744-60-2

Electronic ISBN: 978-981-9744-61-9

Copyright Year: 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-4461-9_4

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