Why Indian Warship Travelled 8600 Km To Papua New Guinea?

This collaboration underscores the strategic importance of the maritime region, particularly in light of China's increasing presence in the South Pacific.

The anti-submarine warfare ship INS Kadmatt participated in the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea.

Source : PIB

Travelling nearly 8,600 km from Indian shores, the anti-submarine warfare ship INS Kadmatt participated in the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea (PNG) earlier this month, alongside naval vessels from France, Australia, Tonga, and Papua New Guinea. This collaboration underscores the strategic importance of the maritime region, particularly in light of China's increasing presence in the South Pacific. Two years ago, China secured exclusive rights to dock and maintain its