Assumption Island
Why is Assumption Island important to India?
- India's military presence on the strategically located island would ensure safe movement of ships in the southern Indian Ocean region.
- The Indian Navy is monitoring the Mozambique Channel from this military base.and thwart any piracy attempts because a large part of international trade The part is driven through this area.
- It will also provide shipping facilities to other countries. The island can guard the main energy route between major Asian economies and the Gulf region.
- The growing influence of China in this region will be balanced and the security of Indian interests in the Indian Ocean Region (TOR)will be ensured.
