India has said that the stability of the Asian region is crucial for world piece. Inaugurating the 13th edition of Asian Security Council in New Delhi today Defence Minister Mr. A.K. Antony warned that several nations of the region have become seething cauldrons of violence and unrest. Without naming any country Mr. Antony said that the transition of power must in variably be through peaceful and non violence means. The Minister further added that prominent challenges facing Asian region include terrorism, nuclear proliferation, piracy and smuggling of arms. He said to combat these common identity and an efficient security architecture is needed. Referring East Asia Summit and SAARC Mr. Antony said that these organisations can go a long way in developing peace, harmony and stability rooted in mutual economic growth and sensitivity for each other security concerned. Mr. Antony said, India has always been at the front of resolution of issues through peaceful means and mutual dialogue between nations. He said India's location on the Asian map gives it a central and strategic importance. Reminding that India, China and Japan have historical and cultural linkages. He said that security related challenges required a united approach from the entire region. Mr. Antony reiterated that India is fully aware that security of one nation is closely linked and dependent on the security of its neighbouring countries. Later talking to newsmen, Mr. Antony said that though the modernization of Chinese armed forces is a matter of serious concern, India is not unduly worried. He said that the modernization of armed forces is a continuous process. AIR correspondent reports, security experts from several countries are participating in these three days event.