India - China: Explaining China’s Decision to Disengage

Situation assessment as on 22/02/2021 | Price: Rs 700/-

China and India have completed the first phase of disengagement withdrawing their artillery, tanks and troops from heights on the north and south banks of Pangong Tso.  The speed at which the PLA has moved its troops and other equipment, shows that the instructions have come from the highest level in Beijing. The study in its analyses examines if China’s decisions is to stop the downward spiral in bilateral relations; the part played by Indian army’s capabilities and political synergy; if the deal is bad or better than expected; a military assessment of the disengagement; whether China’s aim(s) have been achieved;  a view the China has got a better deal; critical unresolved issues of Depsang, Gogra-Hot Springs and Demchok; long term impact of the border crisis; whether this  will result is lasting pace etc

Situation assessment for the week ended 22 February, 2021  (3,372 words)

Price: Rs 700/-

Date of SS: 22, February 2021