In this episode of National Security Conversations, Happymon Jacob discusses India’s South Asia policy in the context of the rise of China with former ambassador to China Gautam Bambawale. The discussion highlights the fierce competition underway between India and China for influence in South Asia and how New Delhi should up its game to remain relevant in the region. Bambawale argued that India should build on the cultural and historical connect with the region, something China doesn’t share with South Asia. The discussion also focuses on issues relating to the two front situations faced by India and India’s 5G options.

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