China is one of the neighbors of India, which shares a common boundary. Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a visit to China, where many agreements were signed and the issue of China occupies Kashmir was also discussed. China has been a country with off and on relations with India. Recently it was in the news for its involvement in the Indian Ocean region.
China’s escalating influence in the Indian Ocean region and South China Sea are some of the points that are majorly a part of news in the media. So, all aspirants preparing for the SSB must be aware of the recent happening, which will help you to support your point in Group Discussion and also add a positive impression on interviewing officer.
China, spreading its branches around India, is a part of India’s concern. China’s presence in the Indian Ocean is observed to be increasing from past few years. All military and political traits of China are aiming toward some crucial matters.
Chinese submarine was observed a few weeks ago in Karachi, Pakistan, close all season friend of China. The submarine crossed the Arabian Sea close to Indian waters and stayed there for a week. The incident is thought to be a sign of the People’s Liberation Army- Navy to become a blue water navy. These days China is under stiff situation with some countries in concern with acquiring some sea area, claimed to be the property of Philippians and some other nations. This is an alarming incident for India as the dominance of China is on the rise and require an immediate counter or action from the Indian’s end.
Chinese Submarine in Silence: Last year similar incident took place when a Chinese submarine and a warship was docked at Colombo port, Sri Lanka. The reason for docking was disclosed as crew refreshment and refueling. Well, this was not taken as a big deal as about 230 ships have been docked in Sri Lanka since 2010 for goodwill visits, refueling and crew refreshment. The crucial position of Sri Lanka in sea route makes it a safe spot. But these visits became an issue of discussion in New Delhi. As China’s stand on the South China Sea is an example of bitterness in relations. Recently another news was circulated in the media that Sri Lanka is about to buy JF-17 Thunder Fighter Jets from China. But later Sri Lanka denied the rumors about buying the jets.
China’s Statement on South China Sea: In a statement by China, that amazed many nations, China stated that giving back the south China sea claims would make his ancestors shame. The statement was given by China’s forging minister. In recent month’s China has started reclamation and construction work in South China Sea by building artificial islands and airbases in the waters claimed by Vietnam, Malaysia and Philippines. He said that China was a large sea faring nation, one thousand years ago, that means China is the first nation to discover the use of Nansha Island.
The Chinese military empowerment and successive advancement are making lots of issues and news in the media. India needs to get alert as the neighbors are on a move. It’s better to prepare than to talk.
