Undersea Infrastructure Security
Undersea infrastructure, especially submarine communication cables and offshore energy assets, is vital for global connectivity and energy security. For India, disruption of these assets poses a serious national security and economic risk, given its dependence on maritime networks.
Risks to Communication Cables
- Vulnerability to Sabotage and Espionage: Cables are susceptible to intentional damage by state/non-state actors, enabling data interception or disruption.
- Limited Redundancy: Damage to key cable routes in the Indian Ocean can cause internet outages and financial transaction delays.
- Surveillance Risks: Advanced actors can tap cables for strategic intelligence gathering.
Risks to Energy Assets
- Offshore Oil and Gas ....
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