The engagement of Italy with Indo-Pacific security : a compass to navigate pitfalls and advance interests

dc.contributor.authorTERMINE, Lorenzo
dc.date.accessioned2025-03-04T16:59:25Z
dc.date.available2025-03-04T16:59:25Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstractThis report explores the evolving role of Italy in Indo-Pacific security, and highlights its transition from a traditionally Mediterranean-focused power to playing a new role in a region critical for future global alignments. The strategic engagement of Italy is structured around four main pillars: naval diplomacy, defence cooperation, multilateral partnerships and promotion of its defence industry. From deployments of naval assets such as frigates and even its aircraft carrier to enhanced bilateral ties with regional powers, Italy has strategically positioned itself to support regional stability. However, the paper warns of potential risks, including military overstretch and insufficient policy coordination. By recommending the development of a more coherent Indo-Pacific approach, institutional coordination mechanisms and diversified regional partnerships, the article shows how Italy can effectively navigate geopolitical challenges while maximising its diplomatic and security impact. Italy’s comprehensive cautious approach will be key to balancing strategic interests and contributing to Indo-Pacific stability.en
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dc.identifier.issn1830-1541
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/1814/78173
dc.language.isoenen
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dc.publisherEuropean University Instituteen
dc.relation.ispartofseriesEUIen
dc.relation.ispartofseriesRSCen
dc.relation.ispartofseriesPolicy Paperen
dc.relation.ispartofseries2025/04en
dc.relation.ispartofseriesGlobal Governance Programmeen
dc.relation.ispartofseries[Europe in the World]
dc.rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessen
dc.rights.licenseAttribution 4.0 International*
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dc.subjectItalyen
dc.subjectIndo-Pacificen
dc.subjectRegional securityen
dc.subjectMilitary projectionen
dc.subjectDefence cooperationen
dc.titleThe engagement of Italy with Indo-Pacific security : a compass to navigate pitfalls and advance interestsen
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