American Maritime Strategy in the Indian Ocean: Dominance, Diffusion, Adaptation

Author:   Vivek Mishra
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:  

9781041115946


Pages:   188
Publication Date:   28 November 2025
Format:   Hardback
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American Maritime Strategy in the Indian Ocean: Dominance, Diffusion, Adaptation


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This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of US naval presence and strategy in one of the world’s most strategically significant regions. Spanning from the Cold War era to the present day, the book traces the trajectory of US engagement in the Indian Ocean, examining the factors driving strategic shifts, security challenges and evolving alliances. It investigates how the US has transitioned from a posture of dominance to one of diffusion, engaging with regional partners to address emerging threats and seize opportunities. The book also looks at the rise of China and how it has impacted US presence in a somewhat transformed region—the Indo-Pacific. Part of the International Politics in the Age of Disruption series, the book will be indispensable for students and researchers of military studies, security studies, political studies, international relations and South Asian studies.

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Author:   Vivek Mishra
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.530kg
ISBN:  

9781041115946


ISBN 10:   1041115946
Pages:   188
Publication Date:   28 November 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Evolution: US Naval Presence in the Indian Ocean Chapter 2: Dominance: Indian Ocean in post-Cold War strategy of the US Chapter 3: Diffusion I: US Role in Tackling Non-traditional Security Threats: Piracy and Terrorism Chapter 4: Diffusion II: US Naval Relations with Regional Navies: UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan and Australia Chapter 5: Conclusion Chapter 6: Annexure: Dominance, Competition, and Adaptation: Quest for a Strategic Trifecta

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Vivek Mishra is Deputy Director, Strategic Studies Program & Fellow, Americas, Observer Research Foundation’s (ORF) Strategic Studies Programme in New Delhi, India. His work focuses on US foreign policy, domestic politics in the US, and America’s role in the Indian Ocean and the Indo-Pacific, particularly its role in shaping South Asian security. His other interests include Indo-US defence ties and great power competition.

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