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Contextualizing Xi Jinping's arms sales to Myanmar: challenges and threats for India
Advanced search Asian Journal of Political Science Latest Articles Submit an article Journal homepage Full Article Figures & data References Citations Metrics Reprints & Permissions Read this article /doi/full/10.1080/02185377.2025.2489379?needAccess=true ABSTRACT Under Xi Jinping's leadership, Chinese arms transfers pattern have undergone significant shifts, reshaping security dynamics in the Indian Ocean.
India as a norm initiator, developer
The Indian philosophies of ‘Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah' and ‘Sarve Santu Niramayah' state that all peoples should be happy and contended Under the guidance of PM Modi, India's stature in the world has grown immensely, and we are being looked to as a 'superpower'. This write-up aims to surface the differences between the Indian concept of a Vishwa Guru and the Western values of a 'great power'.
Japan’s new defence strategy and the move away from pacifism
Adopting Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution and later the ‘Three Non-Nuclear Principles’ (hikaku sangensoku) as the former prime minister Eisaku Sato announced in 1967, helped pacifist values deeply embed in the psychology of the society. The country embracing the policy of a peaceful state (heiwa kokka) led to the assumption that Tokyo would never face a war threat, let alone war itself.
Pak starves but Army continues to thrive
With its capital procurement increasing regularly, the Army’s economic position remains strong Islamabad has finally decided to impose taxes worth $170 billion on its people as per IMF guidelines for its austerity measures.
A new Great Game begins in Afghanistan
Pakistan might be tempted to test Indo-US strategic ties by launching terror strikes in Kashmir through proxies After the withdrawal from Afghanistan, the relations between the US and Pakistan have strategically declined. However, Pakistan's fight with TTP, apart from the China-induced economic crisis and the denial of a loan package by the IMF, has renewed American interests in Pakistan.
Japan's swift response to Chinese threat
Posted On: 2023-01-17 Posted By: Nishtha Kaushiki Education International Pioneer Newspapers India, Jan. 17 -- China poses an active threat to the countries of the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. By avoiding contact warfare, it wishes to avoid heavy casualties and the associated international repercussions, especially the tag of a 'war initiator'.
Japan’s swift response to Chinese threat
India and Japan have common objectives in forging military agreements beyond military exercises and trade China poses an active threat to the countries of the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. By avoiding contact warfare, it wishes to avoid heavy casualties and the associated international repercussions, especially the tag of a 'war initiator'.
Meaning of China’s strategy in Tawang
It is high time that India developed the offensive capabilities of cyber warfare and asserted ‘digital sovereignty’ The Tawang conflict has ignited discussions on Chinese objectives and future war scenarios. On the surface, there seems to be many causes for triggering the Tawang conflict. The Chinese side was vociferous in its opposition to the ‘Yudh Abhyas’ exercise of the Indian and the US militaries along the Indo-China borders in Uttarakhand.
The ransomware threat is real
As the world has largely shifted from mechanised warfare to hybrid warfare, the choice of mass disruptions via cyberattacks remains the predominant tool, closely followed by the malicious use of AI, in which social media is a highly preferred choice to disorient the valuable human resource of a country. The results are apparent—enduring conflicts instead of a ‘final victory’.
Climate change as consequences of war, other impacts- The New Indian Express
Can war ever be done away with? Although a compelling concept, peace has always remained elusive and most likely will be a distant dream in the coming few years. Currently, the world witnesses the Russia-Ukraine conflict, but exports of weapons, environmental degradation and climate change still stand ignored. At an international level, a regular supply chain of weapons and ammunition ensures that a vicious cycle of conflicts and arms procurement is maintained.
Include military emissions in COP27
Developing countries should initiate discussions on the vicious circle of arms production, supplies, wars and climate change A lot seems to be happening at the COP27 at Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. There are various stakeholders in this conference on Climate Change with the US, EU, the UK, and finally the 'most polluting' 'BASIC' countries (Brazil, South Africa, India and China). The agenda of “loss and damage” has been discussed for the first time since the talks began around 30 years ago.
Military history must be in our curriculum
Ancient India was ahead of others in warfare, with Kautilya being foremost pioneer, and that should now be replicated Although we are not fighting an openly declared war on the border, the tentacles of hybrid warfare are spreading fast. The young generation probably holds some of the most influential leaders, space and nuclear scientists, microbiologists and administrators.
Military history must be in our curriculum
Posted On: 2022-10-13 Posted By: Nishtha Kaushiki Health & Lifestyle Education Technology Real Estate & Construction International Pioneer Newspapers India, Oct. 13 -- Although we are not fighting an openly declared war on the border, the tentacles of hybrid warfare are spreading fast. The young generation probably holds some of the most influential leaders, space and nuclear scientists, microbiologists and administrators.
Pakistan promotes anti-Hindu violence
Hindus residing in Sindh province are subjected to ethnic cleansing as well as rapes, abductions and forced marriages Over the last two-three weeks, floods in Pakistan have created much sympathy for the country. It has been the most reported natural calamity in the world. Most prominently, it has been able to re-kindle its relations with the US, with Washington announcing $2 million for flood relief funds.
Expand UNSC to check hegemony
What is required is the expansion of the UNSC and revisions in the UN charter to make it a more credible organisation China has played a major role in promoting authoritarianism in India's immediate neighbourhood. After the People's Republic of China assumed the seat previously held by the Republic of China on October 25, 1971, it vetoed 16 draft resolutions on various non-procedural decisions of the UNSC. Its veto has been used in favour of Syria, North Korea, Myanmar and Pakistan.
Swavlamban: A call for defence indigenisation
Big defence suppliers sell arms to rival countries, so India needs to fast-track indigenisation of military hardware Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently addressed the Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) seminar 'Swavlamban'.
OUR FRIEND WHO FORESAW CHINA THREAT
The geopolitical legacy of the Japanese ex-PM will be remembered The assassination of the former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe has sent shock waves not only across Japan but throughout the world, given the peaceful nature of Japan and its citizens. He was the grandson of the former PM Kishi Nobusuke and entered politics in 1982. Abe became a member of parliament in 1993 and was appointed to the post of deputy cabinet secretary in 2000.
NATO faces two-front geostrategic challenges
NATO needs to reimagine its role to defend two fronts, in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region The Chinese hegemonic intentions are visible from its deteriorating relations with the West and India, the growing tensions in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea, apart from the human rights issues in Tibet and the Xinjiang region. Financial crises in Sri Lanka and Pakistan further worsen matters. In 2020, China replaced the United States as the EU's largest trading partner.
NATO faces two-front geostrategic challenges
Posted On: 2022-07-07 Posted By: Nishtha kaushiki Business & Finance National Education Politics International Pioneer Newspapers India, July 7 -- The Chinese hegemonic intentions are visible from its deteriorating relations with the West and India, the growing tensions in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea, apart from the human rights issues in Tibet and the Xinjiang region. Financial crises in Sri Lanka and Pakistan further worsen matters.
US-Pakistan partnership: Always at India’s cost
Pakistan, which played an important role in containing the spread of communism, continues to be of help to the US US State Department spokesperson Ned Price recently commented in favour of advancing the “US-Pakistan partnership” in a manner that serves their “mutual interests.” Elsewhere, at the CNN News18 Town Hall, S.
CCP focuses on the erasure of memories
The memories of Tiananmen demonstrations have been well documented, Communist Party of China is trying to erase them The Communist Party of China (CCP) prioritises political allegiance to itself over the country. As a result, Chinese national pride is now closely linked to the CCP.
India’s critical need for cyber doctrine
Cyber power projection will deter the adversary from initiating attacks on India in the first place The news regarding attempts of Chinese hackers in December 2021 and January 2022 to attack State Load Dispatch Centres (SLDCs) near the LAC was considered by many as routine. Of course, the military establishment would have taken a serious note.
Multi-alignment: Re-defining diplomacy
The change from NAM in India's relationships is no longer dependent on, or pegged to, the world's interpretation of our country's internal affairs India's stand vis-a-vis Russia and the US has been hailed by many strategic experts as NAM 2.0. However, differing geopolitical realities such as the new Cold War, the rise of China, the dominance of energy security and the safety of the shipping lanes had made it imperative for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to think beyond the traditional domain of...
The risk of complex interdependencies
With Europe and Asia being dependent upon Russian gas, Putin can easily have his way on Ukraine, which might soon be evident in the de-escalation process In the wake of the recent Russian Ukrainian crisis, one of the crucial debates relates to the dangers of creating complex interdependencies through energy supplies and food grain trade. In 2012 Russia became a member of the WTO, and today, it ranks number four among the top trading partners of the EU.
Naval upgrade: Russia is a tricky trader
Russia aspires to create dependency to use as an instrument of exerting its influence on future Indian foreign and security policies Given the joint Sino-Pak threat, especially from the sea, the Indian government has the strategic foresight to expand the military capabilities horizontally, i.e., diversification and increasing the lethality of the military assets apart from focussing on significant indigenous inductions such as IAC-1 and INS Vagir.
The Chinese march towards west Balkans
The Balkans might perhaps land themselves in a situation of total political backsliding, harming the long-term interests of the EU and North America Armed with its foreign aid diplomacy, China has elbowed its way into the European geopolitical chessboard via Eastern Europe. In 2012 it launched its 16 + 1 cooperation framework, including all the Western Balkan states (excluding Kosovo) and nine other Central and Eastern European (CEE).
Why is Taiwan at the mercy of China?
Beijing might resolve to disable Taiwan’s communications and operational systems, making the resistance very low and a war relatively bloodless Historically, China has clashed with the former Soviet Union and Vietnam, intervened in the Korean War, and waged a full-fledged war with India in 1962 despite adopting the foreign policy ‘principles of peaceful coexistence’. Today, Beijing has increased its strategic footprints worldwide, especially in Africa, through UN Peace Keeping Operations.
Maritime concerns with the ‘big fish’
The presence of Chinese trawlers in the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal jeopardises India's maritime security by fishing in India's EEZ China happens to be the largest fishing nation producing approximately one-fifth of the global catch. Apart from freshwater fish, a vital part of the Chinese exports also come from the oceanic fish found in the deep sea. Interestingly, as per available reports, no fish are left in the South China Seadue to overconsumption.
Does AUKUS cast a shadow over Quad?
With a vision of deterring China and ensuring free international waters, there should not be any doubt that AUKUS will cast a shadow over Quad The decision to form AUKUS came two weeks of the US withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan. It displays the geopolitical resolve that the US has to counter the Chinese threat in the Indo-Pacific region,which is increasing with each passing day. Many experts now think that AUKUS might strategically and tactically sideline Quad. That is not the case.
‘Cabbage tactic’ to seize waters
India should be wary of China using the ‘cabbage tactic’ in the Indian Ocean region the same way it tries to grab islands in the South China Sea This week will witness Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting in person with the leaders of Australia and Japan, apart from the US, a move that holds significant importance and may perhaps change India's foreign policy contours.
Perils surrounding ‘gunpoint diplomacy’
A ‘peace deal’ with an organisation still on the UN's terror list is a precedent of grave concern that opens up a Pandora's box for the world community The international community has witnessed a paradigm shift in global security and geopolitics during the last three weeks. With the deal between the US and the Taliban and the subsequent capture of Kabultoincreasing convergences between some states and the Taliban, international politics will never be the same again.
China's dictatorship diplomacy in Myanmar
The policy of promoting pariah regimes and dictators increases China's strategic depth as such regimes are globally isolated and not accountable to their people The recent news of China inaugurating its rail link to Myanmar may have been overlooked because of the Afghan mayhem. The project is a part of its sea-road-rail link under OBOR which Myanmar had joined in 2013. It connects Chengdu to Lincang which is opposite Chin Shwe Haw, a town in Myanmar's North East.
Asia and its new arc of instability
Anti-Americanism brings China, Pakistan, Iran and the Taliban together but, given one another's self-serving politics, how long will the relationships last? The Chinese backing of the Taliban, Pakistan, and Iran presents to the world a new 'arc of instability'. It is highly unlikely that the European Union, the US, and its allies would recognize the Taliban's brutal regime.
How expansionism joined terrorism?
The story of how the US, India and Afghanistan were left out completely and the fulcrum shifted towards China and its allies — Russia, Pakistan and Iran The Taliban takeover is the first step in the establishment of an alternative world order devoid of any international law. As the US exits its 'forever-war' phase, many are still bewildered about the how Taliban managed to become an important "stakeholder" in the region.
The Afghan quagmire and Sino-Pak’s self-entrapment
The primary threat for Beijing is the possibility of Islamic terrorist groups sneaking into Xinjiang via Tajikistan and Pakistan The Taliban's resurgence in the wake of the ongoing withdrawal of US troops has raised concerns about a civil war in Afghanistan that will have regional consequences. Both Pakistan and China are disappointed with the "sudden" US withdrawal despite blaming Washington for being a 'foreign power' in the region. The regional dynamics of the US exit are immense.
Geopolitics and the military-civil fusion
By 2049, Beijing aims to achieve a ‘great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation’ and, for this, the development of critical military infrastructure holds the key While the Galwan valley clashes demonstrated the real intent of China, Pakistan's tendencies to hold India responsible for regional instability point to the collusive Sino-Pak threat that builds on the Indian borders. Any future Indo-Pak or an Indo-China conflict might require India to be militarily prepared on two fronts.
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