Is Philippines The New Diamond In India's Necklace?

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Louise Marcos during the ceremonial reception of Ferdinand at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

Source : PTI

In the light of India’s so-called “necklace of diamonds” strategy, Philippines President's visit to India from 4-8 August was significant. While the concepts of China's "string of pearls" and India's "necklace of diamonds" are not officially recognised in the diplomatic lexicon of either nation, both countries have been subtly implementing these strategies to exert influence in their respective regions. This undeclared framework aims to strategically counter each other,