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Indian and Chinese Warships in Colombo Port

  • 11 Sep 2024
  • 2 min read

Source: TH

Recently, India's guided-missile destroyer, INS Mumbai and three Chinese warships visited Colombo port in Sri Lanka on the same day.

  • INS Mumbai is on its first port of call in Sri Lanka.
    • A port of call is an intermediate stop for a ship on its scheduled journey for cargo operation or transporting supplies or fuel.
  • Strategic Implications of Chinese warships for India: 
    • Heightened Concerns: The Indian Navy closely monitored the movement of the Chinese warships, Hefei, Qilianshan, and Wuzhishan, from their entry into the  Indian Ocean Region (IOR) until their docking at Colombo.
    • Extended Naval Presence in the IOR: The Chinese Navy has intensified its presence in the IOR with warships extending their stay for a longer period.
    • China's Naval Expansion: The Chinese Navy with over 370 ships, is now the largest navy in the world.
    • Potential Overseas Military Bases: The intelligence report indicates that China is exploring the establishment of military facilities in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
  • Port of Colombo is located in southwestern Sri Lanka. It is also the country’s biggest shipping harbour.

Read More: Chinese Dual-Use Facilities Raise Security Concerns in India

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