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New Delhi brims with ‘Look east’ vibes
Context:
- India celebrates the 25th year commemorative summit of the ASEAN-India dialogue partnership on 25th January, 2017.
- Security issues in the Indo-Pacific will be the focus of discussions.
What are the highlights of the summit?
- The ASEAN-India discussions will focus on the “three Cs of connectivity, commerce and culture”.
- Along with the issues of maritime security, cybersecurity and cooperation on fighting terrorism will also be discussed.
- India’s difficulties with the 16-nation Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) will also be on the agenda for talks.
- India is also keen to discuss its concerns over China’s Belt and Road Initiative.
