India's Strategic Triad: Navigating Relations with China and Pakistan

 

A Comprehensive Overview of India's Relations with China and Pakistan

The Rise of India and China: A Challenge for Equilibrium

India recognizes the rise of both India and China in civilizational terms. The challenge lies in establishing a sustainable equilibrium between these two rising powers, who share a border and have a significant history and population. Their capabilities could potentially set them apart from the rest of the world.

The Border Issue and China's Violation

In 2020, China's actions on the border violated agreements and disturbed the foundation for an equilibrium. This has destabilized the situation and raised questions about peace and tranquility on the border.

The Importance of Border Stabilization

India believes that border stabilization is crucial for progress in other areas of the relationship. Without this stability, distrust will undermine efforts to build equilibrium and cooperation.

India's Policy Towards China

• Prioritize border stabilization as a prerequisite for relationship building.
• Reconcile differences through diplomatic and military channels.

India's Policy Towards Pakistan

• Challenge Pakistan's use of terrorism as an instrument of statecraft.
• Address the problem directly and not skirt it.
• Work through difficulties and not give Pakistan a free pass on terrorism.
• The Indian public's perception of terrorism has shifted, leading to greater demands for a response.