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Positioned within the Bay of Bengal, one of the world’s most important maritime regions, INS Varia is part of a broader strategic context. This body of water not only hosts significant natural resources and vital shipping routes but also functions as a crucial chokepoint in global trade. The Malacca Strait, a primary passage for oil and goods, is particularly critical for China, with 80% of its energy imports transiting through this waterway.