Source: The post is based on the article “THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023” published in“PIB” on 18th November 2023
Why in the News?
The Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2023 (IPRD-2023) has concluded in New Delhi.
What is Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue(IPRD)?
| Specifications | Details |
| What is it | It is an annual apex-level regional strategic dialogue of the Indian Navy |
| Organized by | National Maritime Foundation (NMF) as the Indian Navy’s knowledge partner. |
| Aim | To review the current geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific region and identify opportunities, dangers, and problems that are arising. |
| Theme for 2023 | “Geopolitical Impacts upon Indo-Pacific Maritime Trade and Connectivity” |
What are the key highlights from Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2023?
During the dialogue, the former Chief of the Naval Staff has given a presentation on ‘Energy Potential and Maritime-Security Implications of new Offshore Gas Finds in and around the Mozambique Channel
Where is Mozambique Channel?
| Located in | Western Indian Ocean |
| Located between | Madagascar and Mozambique |
| Channel | A warm current, the Mozambique Current flows in a southward direction in the channel. |
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