India's New Triad

With almost a dozen diesel submarines in their inventory, India upped to anti to include their very own Nuclear Powered Submarine. "India has become only the sixth country in the world to build its own nuclear-powered submarine - until now only the US, Russia, France, Britain and China had the capability to do so."... bbc

They now have the capability to strike at their enemies (Pakistan) so far, with air, land and sea launched nuclear missiles, if they so choose. Of particular interest in the acquisition of a Russian Sub, a Russian aircraft carrier and the building of their own Nuclear boat, is the means to which they will utilize them in defense of Indian interests. Surely, the buildup of Chinese naval forces and their intent on purchasing/ leasing an Aircraft carrier from Russia is of concern.

We'll see as to the effect the buildup of India's and China's military will bring about more discord or maybe they will become more protectionist. Chinese interests in Africa are growing and their overall influence in the region, may require a harder stance from either country. ... lakotahope