Indian Ocean

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The Indian Ocean is referenced in multiple contexts within the provided snippets, including military operations and strategic interests by Australia and the U.S., environmental concerns such as the spread of invasive species like Lagocephalus sceleratus, tourism destinations like Zanzibar and the Seychelles, and maritime travel routes. It is described as a region of geopolitical significance for naval presence and control over shipping lanes, particularly in relation to the AUKUS security bloc. The ocean also features prominently in discussions about extreme tourism, ecological threats, and l…

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