Bill > HR3696

This bill aims to strengthen U.S. engagement and cooperation in the Indian Ocean region, which is considered a strategically important part of the Indo-Pacific. The key provisions of the bill include: (1) promoting U.S. political, economic, and security engagement with countries in the region, including through participation in regional organizations and strengthening diplomatic ties; (2) defending freedom of navigation and supporting regional partners' capacity to address security challenges; (3) enhancing economic connectivity and commercial exchange; (4) supporting disaster response capabilities; and (5) deepening cooperation with allies like India, Japan, and Australia. The bill also requires the development of a multi-year strategy to define U.S. interests and outline efforts to achieve them, and expands the scope of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission to cover the Indian Ocean region.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3696/all-info