US Congresswoman Kim raises concerns about China's growing influence in Indian Ocean choke points, threatening free navigation and US interests.

US Congresswoman Young Kim raises concerns over China's growing influence in Indian Ocean choke points, threatening free navigation. Key for US foreign policy, the Indian Ocean is vital for global trade (80% maritime oil, 40% world trade). China's investments in South Asia, ports, military installations, and infrastructure projects are seen as a threat to US security and economic interests.