India is committed to freedom of navigation, overflight and unimpeded lawful commerce in international waters in accordance with global norms, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday against the backdrop of China's increasing military muscle flexing in the South China Sea, reported news agency PTI.

In an address at a meeting of 10-nation ASEAN and some of its dialogue partners in Jakarta, Rajnath Singh also underlined the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to ensure enduring peace and stability in the world and flagged concerns over consequences of various conflicts, reported PTI.