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Modi visits Bhutan to shore up India's position amid Chinese outreachThimphu keeping New Delhi 'in the loop' on boundary talks with Beijing, experts say
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bhutan on Friday, visiting to shore up ties with the Himalayan neighbor as rival China works to increase its influence there.The trip, likely Modi's last foreign journey before he seeks a third term in India's weeks long general election starting April 19, comes about a week after he hosted the new Bhutanese prime minister, Tshering Tobgay, in New Delhi.
India's steadfast response to China's hegemonic manoeuvres In Feb-March
India's steadfast response to China's hegemonic manoeuvres stands as a global exemplar, demonstrating resilience and determination in the face of adversarial tactics. Amidst the ongoing standoff, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India's unwavering stance during a dialogue with Zhou Yongsheng, a political counsellor at the Chinese embassy in New Delhi. Jaishankar underscored the importance of adhering to established agreements and minimizing military presence along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) for mutual benefit. Emphasizing the necessity of a fair resolution respectful of existing agreements, he reiterated India's position that normalizing relations hinges on a return to pre-April 2020 conditions .
Recently, China lodged a diplomatic protest over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, reasserting its territorial claims and warning against actions complicating the boundary issue. India swiftly rejected these claims, affirming Arunachal Pradesh's integral status within its territory.
Moreover, significant funds were allocated for the construction of a strategic frontier highway in Arunachal Pradesh, aimed at bolstering connectivity to border areas and fostering socio-economic development.
Simultaneously, India's military capabilities were underscored by the Agni-5 MIRV test, prompting China to monitor the event closely. The Chinese government's mouthpiece, The Global Times, interpreted the test as indicative of India's focus on bolstering deterrence capabilities against China, particularly in light of Prime Minister Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh.
Meanwhile, Chinese mobile manufacturers faced scrutiny from Indian authorities regarding compliance with local laws. Despite Chinese media labelling such measures as "trade protectionism," Indian directives aimed to curb illegal practices, exemplified by recent raids on Chinese firms for tax evasion and other violations. This heightened scrutiny reflects India's resolve to enforce regulations, particularly in light of increased tensions post-Galwan.
China's objections to high-level visits to Arunachal Pradesh and its continued interference in India's diplomatic engagements with countries like the United States and Sri Lanka highlight the ongoing competition for regional influence.
India's growing engagement with Taiwan further underscores its willingness to challenge China's sensitivities, evidenced by agreements and collaborative efforts in sectors like semiconductor manufacturing, despite tacit adherence to the one-China policy.
In sum, India's resolute stance against China's hegemonic ambitions remains unwavering, grounded in a commitment to uphold territorial integrity, enforce regulations, and pursue strategic partnerships conducive to its national interests. As India maintains its course, the question remains: Will China recalibrate its approach in the face of India's determined posture?
Xi has already been confronted by his failure to anticipate India's robust military and strategic response, with the standoff driving New Delhi closer to Washington. It also set in motion a major military buildup and modernization drive, as illustrated by a flight test last week to demonstrate that India now can put multiple independently targetable nuclear warheads on a single intercontinental ballistic missile.
Since the standoff began, India has tested several other leading-edge missile systems, including a hypersonic cruise missile, a hybrid missile-torpedo for use against submarines and aircraft carriers, an anti-radiation missile for destroying radar-equipped air defense systems and a new generation, intermediate-range ballistic missile capable of carrying nuclear or conventional warheads.
India has also been importing major weapon systems from the U.S. as well as France and other sources.
The conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan appears to be reaching a critical juncture
The conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan appears to be reaching a critical juncture, with the Taliban holding significant influence over the direction it may take. Amidst escalating tensions, characterized by military clashes and accusations of terrorism, the situation resembles a tumultuous breakup between former allies. Here's a breakdown of recent
Recent clashes between Pakistan and the Taliban have intensified, with the Taliban alleging Pakistani air strikes in areas like Barmal and Separa in Afghanistan. According to the Taliban, these strikes resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children.
Pakistan has acknowledged conducting air strikes but maintains that they targeted terrorists within its own territory, not in Afghanistan. Islamabad claims the operation was in response to a terror attack on a military post in Waziristan, attributed to a new group called Jaish-e-Fursan-e-Muhammad, reportedly sheltered by the Taliban.
The Taliban's response has been defiant, accusing Pakistan of incompetence and pledging to defend their territory. Reports suggest retaliatory actions, including clashes near the border targeting Pakistani military installations, signaling a cycle of retaliation.
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