India to Prioritize IMEC, Won't Abandon Chabahar After US-Israel Attack on Iran

• Experts suggest India will shift focus to the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC) but retain interests in Chabahar Port.
• The US-Israel attack on Iran and subsequent sanctions heighten risks for India's strategic and commercial interests in Chabahar.
• Chabahar remains crucial for India's access to Central Asia, critical minerals, and as a counter to Pakistan and China.
• IMEC, a proposed multi-modal corridor, offers an alternative supply chain route connecting India to Europe, bypassing Iranian territory.
• While IMEC gains policy thrust due to lower geopolitical exposure, Chabahar's long-term relevance for Eurasian connectivity ensures it won't be abandoned.