Over the last decade, China has steadily increased its footprint in South Asia through infrastructure investments, connectivity projects and development financing. Beijing has embedded itself in India’s neighbours’ economic fate, from ports and highways to airports and power plants. While New Delhi remains a key partner, it is increasingly confronted with a reality in which influence is measured by visible infrastructure on the ground, rather than historical ties. The question is not whether China has gained influence in South Asia. The question is whether India can change fast enough to compete. China’s pattern has been pretty consistent. Beijing has financed…
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