Q.2 "There is great synergy between the US desire to empower allies and partners as they take on regional leadership roles themselves and India’s ambition to play a larger role in the Indo-Pacific". Comment. (10 Marks)

Q.2 “There is great synergy between the US desire to empower allies and partners as they take on regional leadership roles themselves and India’s ambition to play a larger role in the Indo-Pacific”. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-significance-of-the-indo-pacific-for-india-7774066/lite/ In the intro, mention India’s engagement with the Indo-Pacific. In the body mention India’s salience in thr US’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Also mention increasing trade and defence trade relations with the regional countries. Conclude by mentioning the need for stronger national capability and regional engagement.