Diego Garcia and the Geopolitics of the Indian Ocean: Strategic Significance, Militarization, and India’s Strategic Calculus Introduction The Indian Ocean, historically described as the "heart of the Old World," has emerged as a central maritime theatre of the twenty-first century due to its role as a conduit for energy flows, global trade, and strategic chokepoints. … Continue reading Examine the strategic importance of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean region and its role in shaping great power politics. Analyse the impact of Diego Garcia’s militarization on the Indian Ocean’s security architecture and on India’s strategic calculus.