Building bridges across the Indian Ocean:
Australia-India cooperation for port development
“Despite handling half of global maritime trade and almost a third of global cargo, the region’s port infrastructure and shipping channels have not been able to capitalise on the eastward shift of supply chains in the 1990s.”
“The report is divided into four sections. Section 1 delves into the challenges faced by ports in the region, in terms of infrastructure development, port logistics, efficiency parameters, governance structure and beyond. Section 2 looks at the drivers for Australia and India’s engagement in port development in the region. Section 3 highlights four key areas where India and Australia could focus for port development. Finally, section 4 offers a framework for cooperation and policy options for Australia-India engagement in port development. This analysis aims to provide insights into how Australia can support India’s ambitions for port infrastructure and regional connectivity in the Indo-Pacific.”
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