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The “String of Pearls” is another indirect strategy by China to build and
maintain permanent ports in different countries around the world. These

ports are like a string that covers the maritime interests of India.

The “Doklam standoff” issue was another offensive move by China

against India. It was in the summer of 2017 when Chinese and Indian
military personnel had a standoff at the Doklam pass, a tri-junction

between India, Bhutan and China. It was one of the cold war methods
and was withdrawn later in August 2017.

Why China will not attack India again

India is not like it was in 1962 anymore. It is one of the strongest

emerging countries in terms of economy and trade.

India has bilateral relations with many countries with which China is not
on good terms. The major partners of India being the US and Japan,

China will not take a step forward or dare to attack India.

If China attacks India, it will result in a global disturbance as many

countries will support China, whereas many countries will oppose them.

According to the war theory, an attacker country should deploy soldiers
in the ratio 3:1. Chinese military strength is much greater than the Indian

military. But, considering the rough terrain borders, soldiers of the

attacking country must be deployed in the ratio 10:1. In that case, the
attacker will definitely lose.

Unlike the nineteenth century, war cannot be declared so easily. There

must be a proper reason and motive for the war.

What will happen in the future?

If China dares to attack India, it will be World War III. Both countries share
strong relationships economically. The only thing that hampers this