The Indo-Pacific is widely considered to be the most important geopolitical theatre of the 21st century. It is where the future international order, security, trade and the global economy will be decisively shaped. The launch of Indo-Pacific strategies and guidelines by France, Germany and the Netherlands and the publication of a joint EU strategy for cooperation in the Indo-Pacific speak to the strategic relevance of this vast space stretching from the east coast of Africa to the Pacific Island states. Our FES experts and partners review the EU’s engagement in the region and share their understanding of the nuances.