Territorial Tensions between China and India: Impacts on Regional Security

Abstract

Territorial tensions between China and India in the regions along the LAC, such as along the Himalayas, raise significant regional security concerns across Asia. Such long-pending disputes with military face-offs and diplomatic friction tend to affect not only both countries' stability but that of the Indo-Pacific region overall. The study examines how these tensions are influencing regional security and suggests what can be done to mitigate the threat of war. Some key strategies for preventing war involve strengthening diplomatic dialogue, augmenting confidence-building measures, increasing economic interdependence, and encouraging multilateral cooperation. In addition, the study suggests conflict prevention mechanisms, increased participation by world players, and initiatives towards redressing the underlying historical and territorial disputes. Qualitative approach adapted to explore the issues between these two countries and its impact on regional security. By focusing on constructive diplomacy, mutual understanding, and collaborative security frameworks, the study underlines the pathways through which China and India can settle their disputes peacefully and bring about long-term stability and prosperity in the region. India and China must cooperate in the multilateral framework of the SCO and the ARF. This would strengthen the regional security dialogues to bring them closer together and promote cooperation on issues of shared challenge such as terrorism, climate change, and nontraditional security threats.