02-06-2010, 10:49 AM
At least three of the participating nations --- Vietnam, Malaysia and Phillipines --- have serious maritime disputes with China, whose large number of crude oil-laden ships pass through the waters of these countries. China has been disputing the control of few islands off the maritime boundaries of these countries.
ââ¬ÅIndia, in the past, has build ââ¬Åbridgesââ¬Â with these nations. However, the participation of countries like Australia and New Zealand in the ââ¬ÅMilanââ¬Â exercise showcases the success of our Look East policy,ââ¬Â said a senior officer.
http://www.tribuneindia.com/2010/20100206/main7.htm
ââ¬ÅIndia, in the past, has build ââ¬Åbridgesââ¬Â with these nations. However, the participation of countries like Australia and New Zealand in the ââ¬ÅMilanââ¬Â exercise showcases the success of our Look East policy,ââ¬Â said a senior officer.
http://www.tribuneindia.com/2010/20100206/main7.htm