Balance of Power Politics and China's Role as Strategic Balancer in South Asia

Abstract

This study has an objective to have a theoretical insight about Chinese maneuverings in South Asia. This paper will analyze whether it is going to change regional power equilibrium and what will be its influence on international relations. The scope of this study is to highlight the importance of South Asia on geo-political map and to discuss the interests and role of China in this region. It primarily focuses on the issues of peace and security as well as political and strategic milieu of South Asia. This paper presents new paradigm of Chinese military coalitions with regional states. In conclusion, it presents the depiction of future politics and power equation in the competitive ambiance of South Asia. This strategic competition will be analyzed keeping in view China's efforts to neutralize Indian aggressive intentions having bonds with other states of the region.