australia-china relationship, germany, indian ocean, indo-pacific

German Navy and Australian Navy Cooperate on Indo-Pacific Security

Germany has decided to send a frigate to patrol the Indian Ocean so as to counter Chinese influence. In addition, German officers will also assist the Australian Navy in keeping China in check. German Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer noted that the stability of the Indo-Pacific is crucial to the world’s well-being. Navy teamwork “We believe ...

Nspirement Staff

A navy ship.

The Story of Chinese Trade in the Indian Ocean

China has a long history of trading in the Indian Ocean. While in the past, this did not create any significant conflicts with the nations in the region, today’s China poses a big threat as it is under the control of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Historical trading expeditions in the Indian Ocean During the ...

Max Lu

An ancient map of the Indian Ocean.

Where Has All the Plastic Rubbish Gone in the Indian Ocean?

Researchers at the University of Western Australia have found that although the Indian Ocean is the world’s biggest dumping ground for plastic waste, nobody seems to know where it goes. Professor Chari Pattiaratchi, from UWA’s Oceans Graduate School and the Oceans Institute, said compared to other ocean basins, little research had been done to measure ...

Troy Oakes

Plastic waste in the ocean.