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While external powers such as India, China, and Japan might harbor ambitions or disagreements, their motivations are unlikely to lead to a complete shutdown of this vital route. Japan, for instance, may engage in targeted actions like raiding Chinese shipping but generally recognizes the strategic importance of the broader maritime corridor. Similarly, Australia and India are less likely to disrupt this route, with the U.S. playing a modest supporting role in regional stability.