Mr. Anderson demonstrates the significance of the indo-pacific construct and the role South Africa plays within the key region. To what extent would Indo-Pacific contribute to peace and development in the region and beyond? It is critical to feature multilateralism as the center of a rule-based international order in addition to pursuing convergence and common ground. Furthermore, it is vital to highlight credible and effective ocean governance and forge partnerships with global approaches. Launching initiatives such as the New Partnership for Africa’s Development and 2050 Africa’s Integrated Maritime Strategy are illustrated to harness the potential of South Africa towards prosperity and peace of the global community.