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Background
Overview
Understanding India's bilateral engagements, especially with strategically located island nations like Seychelles, is vital for comprehending its foreign policy objectives, strategic interests in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), and its role as a net security provider under initiatives like SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region).
India maintains robust bilateral relations with various nations, often characterized by strategic partnerships, economic cooperation, and cultural exchanges, crucial for regional stability and global influence, particularly with island nations in the Indian Ocean Region.