Under the leadership of PM Modi, India is not only progressing in economic and strategic fields, but is also making a strong identity on the global stage. This is the reason why China, which once considered India weak, is now forced to admit that it made a mistake in understanding India. In fact, a recent report by the Chinese think tank Shanghai Institute for International Studies clearly stated that China made a mistake in its estimation of India. According to the report, India has made tremendous progress in both economic and military fields between 2014 and 2024. China was under the illusion that the reduction in the seats of PM Modi’s party in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections would affect his decision-making ability. But PM Modi has dispelled all the illusions of China with his ability.
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Aim to surpass China in border security by 2026
Before 2014, China considered India’s military infrastructure weak. It thought that India would never be able to compete with China. But in the last decade, India has strengthened its military infrastructure.InfrastructureChina is also surprised by the speed of improvement in the security. China has always believed that India will never be able to face its technical and strategic capabilities. But India not only increased its defense budget but also strengthened military preparedness in its border areas. India improved military preparedness on the borders with China. India has set a target to leave China behind in terms of border security by 2026.
Seems like returning to the path of peace on the border
The 31st round of the Working Mechanism on Consultation and Coordination (WMCC) meeting was held between India and China in Beijing on 29 August. In this, China has agreed to follow the border agreement with India. There has also been an agreement on reducing the tension on the border. After the meeting, India said that the talks with China have been clear, constructive and far-sighted. Beijing also agreed to strictly follow its border-related agreements with New Delhi.
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Jaishankar called China a double puzzle
Jaishankar acknowledged the strategic importance of the country. In the case of China, you face a dual conundrum as it is both a neighbour and a major power. Therefore, the challenges with China fit into this dual definition, he said. Jaishankar also discussed the complexities of relations with Myanmar, Sri Lanka and the Maldives and pointed out that though these relationships have seen ups and downs, they are important for regional stability and cooperation.
