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Which countries and land regions border the Indian Ocean?
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Indian Ocean
The Indian Ocean, with depth contours and undersea features.
The Indian Ocean is bordered by a diverse array of countries and land regions across its northern, eastern, and western boundaries.1
- North: The ocean is bounded by Iran, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.1
- East: It is bordered by the Malay Peninsula, the Sunda Islands of Indonesia, and Australia.1
- West: The ocean is bounded by Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.1
To the south, the Indian Ocean is generally defined as extending to latitude 60Β° S, where it meets the Southern Ocean. In the southwest, it connects to the Atlantic Ocean near Cape Agulhas, while its eastern and southeastern waters mingle with the Pacific Ocean.1