Pekingology
Sino-India Relations
Aug 8, 2024
Jude Blanchette, a Freeman Chair in China Studies, teams up with Manoj Kewalramani, an expert in Indo-Pacific studies, to dissect Sino-India relations. They dive into the complexities of interpreting Beijing’s dynamics and the evolution of dialogue under Xi Jinping. Challenges like the Doklam standoff and the strategic roles of SCO and BRICS are discussed, along with India's rising prospects as a global supply chain alternative to China. Their insights illuminate the intricacies of geopolitical rivalries and economic interdependencies.
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- The complexity of Sino-India relations stems from a strategic impasse where both economic interdependence and military tensions coexist, complicating dialogue and escalation processes.
- Chinese perceptions of India are largely influenced by great power competition with the US, obscuring India's autonomous strategic ambitions and increasing nationalism under its current government.
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Understanding China's Governance Through a New Lens
The evolving political landscape of China necessitates a nuanced understanding of its governance, likened to a 'stained glass window' rather than a 'black box.' This metaphor illustrates how the Chinese Communist Party projects carefully curated images and narratives to both domestic and international audiences. The challenge lies in recognizing these patterns, as accessing honest discourse has become increasingly difficult under Xi Jinping's leadership. Analysts emphasize that while the flow of information is controlled, there are still patterns that can be deciphered to gain insight into policy directions.
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