At present, India is once again provoking China's sovereignty, this time through the "Ladakh** Territory" and the downgrading of Kashmir as a means of ruling. Both regions are part of China, and India has taken the opportunity to further encroach on Chinese territory across the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Such acts not only ignore historical facts, but also seriously violate international law and the principles of justice of the international community. India's move is undoubtedly a provocation and threat to China's territorial sovereignty and has had a serious impact on peace and stability in the Sino-Indian border areas.
Historically, the Galwan Valley, as part of China, has belonged to China since ancient times. However, in the mid-18th century, Britain illegally divided it into its colonies, and India continued to occupy the territory after independence. In 2020, India attempted to further encroach on Chinese territory and sent border troops across the Line of Actual Control (LAC), leading to fierce clashes with the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) and the loss of four PLA soldiers. Now, however, India is once again provoking China's territorial sovereignty by legitimizing the Galwan Valley and the Ladakh Territory. Such an act is undoubtedly a blatant provocation to China's territorial sovereignty and will further escalate tensions between China and India.
Kashmir has been a focal point of India-Pakistan disputes. India's "downgrade" ruling, which restores Kashmir from "semi-autonomous" status to a "state", is undoubtedly a threat and provocation to Pakistan's sovereignty. Both rulings have offended both China and Pakistan, and India's motives behind it are clear. In order to gain more popular support in the upcoming campaign, Modi is strengthening his "strongman character". In the face of today's volatile world, people in many countries are eager for leaders to show a tougher posture in order to enhance the country's sense of security and deter others. For Modi, whether it is against China or Pakistan, he can show his toughness and be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. However, India's provocation of China and Pakistan for personal political gain is ultimately short-sighted and selfish.
Why, then, does India dare to offend China and Pakistan at the same time in such an arrogant manner?On the one hand, there is a certain reason for the support and puppet control behind the United States. However, China's own foreign means cannot be ignored. In recent years, China has been too moderate in its handling of international affairs, and its provocative actions by countries such as the Philippines in the South China Sea have been limited to verbal condemnation and appeals, and have lacked more deterrent actions. This is seen by China as an attempt to make peace with each country, but it may be seen as "weak and bulliable" by others. India's frequent provocations against China are based on this miscalculation, believing that China will not respond substantively. Only by telling India with concrete actions that China does not tolerate provocation and aggression can it realize its mistakes.
In the context of globalization, it is particularly important to safeguard national territorial sovereignty and the principle of justice in international law. China needs to remain vigilant against India's provocative actions and take corresponding measures to defend the country's territorial integrity and sovereignty. In its dealings with its neighbors and parties, China should uphold principles while demonstrating its strength and determination to safeguard its national interests and regional peace and stability.
In short, India's provocative actions have not only damaged China-India relations, but also had a negative impact on China-Pakistan relations. Under the pretext of strengthening the "strongmanship" for the sake of personal political interests, India has ignored international law and the principle of justice and challenged China's territorial sovereignty. China should maintain a high degree of vigilance and take resolute actions to safeguard its national interests, while contributing to regional and world peace and stability by upholding principles and seeking peaceful solutions. Only through a truly firm attitude, flexible tactics and wise decision-making can we effectively respond to India's provocations and safeguard China's territorial integrity and national dignity.