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This paper discusses key issues in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), particularly the interests of ASEAN in that region. The main focus is on the maritime dimension. The paper identifies key maritime issues in the IRO, including where the interests of ASEAN might lie, and explores the interplay between Southeast Asia and the IOR on these issues. Lastly, the paper makes policy recommendations regarding the prospective ASEAN position on IOR issues and the initiatives that ASEAN might take.