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title: "Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI) Explained"
description: "The Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative is India's seven-pillar 2019 framework for maritime security and the blue economy, distinct from the Quad and ASEAN's AOIP."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

TL;DR

- The Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative is an India-led framework, announced in 2019, structured around seven pillars for cooperative management of the maritime domain.
- What are the seven pillars of the IPOI?
- How does IPOI differ from the Quad?
- Which countries lead IPOI pillars?
- How does IPOI relate to ASEAN's Indo-Pacific Outlook?

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At the 14th East Asia Summit in Bangkok on 4 November 2019, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative, structuring regional maritime cooperation around seven thematic pillars.

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