Sri Lanka has imposed a ban on Chinese research vessels in its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) for a year, influenced by India's concerns over security and strategic interests. This decision follows India's objection to the docking of the Chinese research vessel Shi Yan 6 and underscores the ongoing competition between India and China for influence in Sri Lanka and the broader Indian Ocean region. China's increasing presence in the area, including military and infrastructure investments, raises security concerns for India, highlighting the strategic importance of Sri Lanka in regional geopolitics. For more detailed information, you can read the full article relevant for GS Paper-2(Polity and Governance) from our website.