Join Raja Mohan, a columnist and researcher specializing in India-China relations, and James Crabtree, author of "The Billionaire Raj," as they dissect the future of India-China interactions amidst a turbulent election season. They explore the deeper implications of border disputes, Modi's democratic prospects, and the evolving roles of the US and India in a complex geopolitical landscape. The discussion touches on economic ties and potential friction points, all while reflecting on the intricate historical backdrop that frames these relationships.
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The Elusive Dream of Asian Unity
India and China's dream of a united anti-Western Asia has been elusive.
Internal conflicts and territorial disputes hinder cooperation, despite shared anti-imperialist history.
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Shifting Sands in India-China Relations
Growing Chinese power and border disputes shifted India's stance.
India now prioritizes balancing Chinese power through alliances with the U.S. and its allies.
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Differing Perspectives on the Border Dispute
During a workshop, Chinese scholars downplayed the border issue, suggesting other areas of cooperation.
Indian scholars emphasized the seriousness of the border dispute as fundamental to the relationship's dynamic.
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India’s elections are underway! What does the future hold for the world’s largest democracy? Will the election results impact India-China relations? What about India-US relations?
To discuss, ChinaTalk interviewed Dr. Raja Mohan, Director of the Institute of South Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore.
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