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Annie Pruthi

Annie Pruthi

PhD Scholar in the Department of Political Science at the University of Delhi, with research interests in maritime security, great power dynamics, and regional security in the Indo-Pacific.

From the Confluence of the Two Seas to a Convergence of Strategic Interests: Why does the Indo-Pacific need the India-Japan partnership more than ever?

In August 2007, the late Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe, stood before the Indian Parliament and gave a historic speech called the “Confluence of the Two Seas”. Delivered almost two decades ago, even before the Indo-Pacific became the buzzword of 21st-century geopolitics, the former Japanese PM envisioned the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean …

The Strategic Significance of Seychelles in India’s Indo-Pacific Architecture: Why It Matters?

Following an invitation from the President of Seychelles, H.E. Dr Patrick Herminie, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has concluded a three-day state visit to Seychelles from 27 to 29 June, 2026. While PM Modi was invited as the Guest of Honour for the 50th Independence anniversary of Seychelles, this visit also coincided with the completion …

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Seychelles President Dr Patrick Herminie during the 2026 state visit to Seychelles.

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