India needs a new generation of naval destroyers

Sayan Chatterjee The Indian Ocean is becoming an increasingly important arena of strategic competition. From protecting vital shipping lanes and securing energy supplies to tracking military movements and safeguarding maritime interests, India’s naval responsibilities are expanding. The reported in-principle clearance for Indian Navy’s next-generation destroyer programme, Project 18A, therefore marks a significant step in the […]

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