Asia's MALAY Archipelago is a group of islands located in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It consists of over 25, 000 islands, stretching from the eastern coast of India to the western coast of Australia. The archipelago is home to many different cultures, languages, and religions, making it one of the most diverse regions in the world. The MALAY Archipelago is also known for its rich biodiversity, with many species of plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth.