New Delhi, May 19 -- Although not a direct party to the India-Pakistan conflict, Sri Lanka and other South Asian neighbours are significantly influenced by its ripple effects. From strategic defense postures to trade policies and foreign alignments, they must constantly adapt to the changing regional dynamics shaped by its two powerful nations in the sub-region. Promoting peace and cooperation in South Asia would not only benefit India and Pakistan but also contribute to greater stability and prosperity for smaller nations like Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka, with its strategic location in the Indian Ocean, becomes a key point of interest in any security recalibrations. India's naval presence and interest in countering any Pakistani influence in t...