India in South China Sea

 Indian Presence in South China Sea

India has deployed Frontline warships to south china sea in reaction to recent clashed in Galwan- Report

The Indian Navy has deployed its frontline, ready for battle vessels in the much contested region of the South China Sea, much to the displeasure of China. HOWEVER, the government has not confirmed the names of the vessels or the types of the vessels which are currently sailing in the South China Sea.

The United States of America has already deployed its vessels in the region. Three US aircraft carriers along with full support fleet are ready to counter Chinese invasion over Taiwan which China is planning to do. 

                                  

                                  Cover photo of INS Kolkata, a Kolkata class destroyer. This vessel is not 

                                                      Confirmed to be in the location stated in the article. It is just for show.

The US navy is currently conducting joint practice drills with the Indian Navy.

Phillipines has confirmed that in case of any Chinese Insurgency, it will ask for support from US.

now that India is also present in those waters, Phillipines is safe and sound

Reasons for deployment in South China Sea

1) It will send a clear message not only to China, but to the whole world that India is capable facing any nation.

2) In case of escalation all trade routes of China can be closed as most of Chinese cargo travels through the South China Sea.

3) Chinese navy could be stopped from entering Indian waters well before hand.

4) Prevention of Chinese invasion on the nearby countries such as Taiwan, Phillipines and Vietnam.

-Prajata Basu

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