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In July 2024, India surpassed China as the biggest buyer of Russian oil, but this milestone is underlined with the operationalization of the Eastern Maritime Corridor. The Eastern Maritime Corridor is playing an ever more important role in ramping up bilateral trade-again, especially in crude shipments-between the two countries. This new sea route promises significant reductions in shipping time and costs, thereby enhancing the strategic and economic partnership between India and Russia. As India, the world's third-largest consumer of crude oil with over 85% import dependency, pivots towards Russia for its energy needs, the implications of the EMC are profound for both countries.

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Analysis based on 

Editorial New eastern route cuts down shipping time & costs, promises to boost India-Russia trade published in The Hindu on December 16th, 2024

Topics for UPSC Prelims

International Trade Routes, Geographical features of the Western and Eastern maritime routes, Ukraine conflict, BRICS, SCO 

Topics for UPSC Mains

Bilateral relations between India and Russia, India’s 'Look East' and 'Act East' policies

About the Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)

The Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) is a strategic sea route connecting Chennai in India to Vladivostok in Russia. Covering approximately 5,600 nautical miles, this route significantly reduces travel time and transportation costs between the two countries. Operational since early 2024, the EMC facilitates the trade of commodities such as crude oil, coal, LNG, fertilizers, and containerized goods. The corridor would cut shipping time from more than 40 days via the traditional route through Europe down to 24 days. This means it is the most efficient and economically viable option.

Background of the Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)

The EMC was conceptualized as part of more comprehensive efforts to enhance connectivity and trade efficiency between India and Russia. Traditionally, Indo-Russian trade relied on the longer route via Europe, which was a time-consuming and expensive process. The development of the EMC aligns with the strategic vision of both countries to diversify trade routes and strengthen bilateral relations. The corridor gained momentum following the geopolitical shifts induced by the Ukraine conflict, which saw Russia realigning its trade partnerships.

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Objectives of the Eastern Maritime Corridor

The main goals of the EMC are multiple, aimed at developing economic, strategic, and logistic benefits for both India and Russia:

  • Trade Efficiency: Reduce time and cost in transporting goods, particularly energy commodities, between the two countries.
  • Economic Benefits: Use reduced shipping costs and improved trade efficiency to boost economic growth and bilateral trade.
  • Strategic Diversification: An alternative route that would reduce some of the risks associated with old trade routes, ensuring a secure and stable supply chain,
  • Strengthening bilateral ties: Strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Russia in terms of energy security, defense cooperation, and economic collaboration,
  • Enhanced Connectivity: Improving maritime connectivity across the region, which would mean better integration into global trading networks.

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Strategic Significance of the Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)

The EMC has strategic importance for India and Russia on several dimensions:

  • Energy Security: To India, the EMC represents energy security through a constant supply of Russian crude oil, coal, and LNG at lower costs. Since India largely depends on imported energy, the EMC helps diversify sources of energy away from its principal Middle Eastern suppliers.
  • Geopolitical Leverage: The corridor strengthens India's foothold in the Indo-Pacific region while offering Russia a pivotal counterbalance to its growing economic engagement with China. It supports India's policy of enhancing its strategic autonomy by diversifying key relationships.
  • Economic Growth: Both nations stand to gain economically from reduced logistics costs and improved trade volumes. The reduced shipping time translates into lower inventory costs and quicker market access, boosting overall trade profitability.
  • Defense Cooperation: The EMC enhances trade cooperation with Russia in terms of military hardware and defense technology, which is delivered in a timely manner and cost-effectively.
  • Infrastructure Development: On the Indian side, the EMC promotes the development and modernization of eastern ports such as Chennai, Paradip, and Visakhapatnam, integrating them further into global trade routes.

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Issues Concerning the Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)

Despite its advantages, the EMC faces several challenges that must be addressed for its proper functioning:

  • Infrastructure Bottlenecks: Both India and Russia have to continuously invest in port infrastructure to handle increased cargo volumes efficiently. This involves upgrading port facilities, improving hinterland connectivity, and ensuring smooth clearance processes.
  • Geopolitical Risks: The region, especially the EMC, is more prone to geopolitical tensions owing to the security dynamics of the wider Indo-Pacific. Safety and security to the corridor, therefore, are paramount concerns.
  • Environmental Concerns: Inevitable increased maritime traffic can lead to environmental impacts including marine pollution and ecological disturbances. This calls for sustainable practices as well as regulations.
  • Operational Coordination: Cooperation among the maritime authorities of both the countries is very important. Harmonization of regulations, mutual recognition of standards, and effective facilitation of customs would enable smooth operations.
  • Logistical Bottlenecks: Efficiency of the corridor depends much on the reliability of sea transport schedules and the capacity to handle the most diverse types of cargo. Logistical bottlenecks need to be addressed promptly, in order not to upset trade flow.

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India-Russia Bilateral Relations

The EMC is therefore a statement of the everlasting and dynamically changing Indo-Russian bilateral relation. While defence and strategic ties are grounded in its historical roots, it has grown to encompass large economic and energy cooperation undertakings.

  • Historical Context: Indo-Russian relations have historically been quite strong. Many defence co-operations have ensued, which were a hallmark feature during the Cold War period; Russia is one of the single largest military hardware suppliers in India.
  • Energy Cooperation: The move towards energy trade, especially crude oil and LNG, reflects the rising economic character of the partnership. This is complemented by the EMC, which provides an immediate and secure means for importing energy.
  • Defense and Technology: Russia continues to be one of India's strategic partners, particularly in terms of defense-related requirements, such as sourcing advanced military equipment and transferring technology. Joint ventures like the BrahMos missile system also form part of this strategic collaboration.
  • Multilateral Engagements: Both nations collaborate closely in multilateral forums such as BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), and the UN, advocating for a multipolar global order.
  • Future Prospects: The visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India in 2025 is expected to further bolster bilateral ties, with possible agreements on enhanced cooperation in defense, energy, and technology sectors.

Conclusion

The Eastern Maritime Corridor represents a significant milestone in India-Russia relations, offering substantial economic, strategic, and logistical benefits. Reducing shipping times and costs, it enhances trade efficiency and strengthens bilateral ties, but it will require much more in terms of overcoming infrastructure, operational, and environmental challenges to realize the full potential of the EMC. As India continues to look toward diversified energy sources and strategic partnerships, the EMC stands out as an important part of a much broader policy framework.

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UPSC Previous Year Questions

Year

Question

2009

Write a note on India-Russia defense ties.

2007

Write about Indo-Russian Defence Co-operation.

2004

Explain India’s strategic relationship with Russia.

UPSC Practice Questions
  1. “The operationalisation of the Eastern Maritime Corridor is not just about economic gains but also has geopolitical implications for India.” Discuss.
  2. Discuss how the establishment of the Eastern Maritime Corridor could influence India’s energy security and broader trade strategies with Russia and other countries.

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