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China DOES NOT Like What India is Doing Here: youtu.be/VgB3xjGH6Ng
What happens when a $9 billion mega-project threatens to wipe out an entire indigenous tribe? India’s massive plans for the untouched Nicobar Islands—a new port, airport, and military base—are sparking serious concerns. Experts warn that the isolated Shompen people could face extinction. And here’s where it gets even more complicated: China’s watching closely, and they’re not thrilled. Why? Let’s break it down.
India’s ramping up its military presence in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and it’s making some serious waves—especially for China. The Indian Naval Station Baaz is expanding its airstrip and building a deep-sea port with advanced radar systems. Nearby, INS Kohassa is upgrading its runway, and INS Jarawa and INS Utkrosh have also received major updates. This is all part of India’s bold strategy to control the critical Malacca Strait. But here’s the catch—this plan could devastate the indigenous Shompen tribe, isolated and vulnerable on Great Nicobar Island. As India flexes its military muscles, China is definitely paying attention. So, first let’s dive into the geopolitics of the Indian Ocean and the escalating Indo-China rivalry and later we will explore what’s at stake for the Shompen people.
China DOES NOT Like What India is Doing Here: youtu.be/VgB3xjGH6Ng
What happens when a $9 billion mega-project threatens to wipe out an entire indigenous tribe? India’s massive plans for the untouched Nicobar Islands—a new port, airport, and military base—are sparking serious concerns. Experts warn that the isolated Shompen people could face extinction. And here’s where it gets even more complicated: China’s watching closely, and they’re not thrilled. Why? Let’s break it down.
India’s ramping up its military presence in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and it’s making some serious waves—especially for China. The Indian Naval Station Baaz is expanding its airstrip and building a deep-sea port with advanced radar systems. Nearby, INS Kohassa is upgrading its runway, and INS Jarawa and INS Utkrosh have also received major updates. This is all part of India’s bold strategy to control the critical Malacca Strait. But here’s the catch—this plan could devastate the indigenous Shompen tribe, isolated and vulnerable on Great Nicobar Island. As India flexes its military muscles, China is definitely paying attention. So, first let’s dive into the geopolitics of the Indian Ocean and the escalating Indo-China rivalry and later we will explore what’s at stake for the Shompen people.
