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China Threat Literally At Our Doorstep. Why India Should be Concerned | In Our Defence, Ep 10
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China Threat Literally At Our Doorstep. Why India Should be Concerned | In Our Defence, Ep 10
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48 minutes
Released:
Feb 8, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
Indian army chiefs have consistently emphasised the sensitivity of the India-China situation for the past four years. What is the current ground situation, and why is it unfavorable for India with the looming Chinese threat?Host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor delve into these questions in this episode.Numerous reports have been of Chinese "spy ships" in the Indian Ocean region. What defines these "spy ships," and why isn't India's response widely discussed in the media, considering other countries also deploy research vessels for strategic purposes? And why is there concern without specific laws prohibiting Chinese "research vessels" from conducting surveillance activities?Are there noticeable changes happening at the tactical level?One significant advantage India holds over China is its extensive knowledge of the Indian Ocean's geography, including depths, water intensity, and temperature, crucial for submarine warfare. But, China excels in submarine capabilities, posing a challenge for India.The duo also discusses reasons for the Indian establishment's shift from focusing on Pakistan to now China over the past decade or so. What does this denote, and how did India reach this point?Listen in!Produced by Anna PriyadarshiniSound Mix by Kapil Dev Singh
Released:
Feb 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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