Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
UPSC frequently asks about India's foreign policy, strategic partnerships, and the role of its armed forces in projecting influence and securing national interests. Maritime diplomacy is a key component of India's engagement with the global community.
India's foreign policy increasingly leverages its naval capabilities for diplomatic outreach, fostering strategic partnerships, and ensuring maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond. Maritime diplomacy involves using naval assets for goodwill visits, joint exercises, and humanitarian assistance to build trust, strengthen bilateral relations, and project India's soft power.