China's Economic Footprint in South and Southeast Asia: A Futuristic Perspective

Marwah, Reena; Sen, Sucharita

doi:10.1142/12259

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“…It has been argued that China's economic rise was not as perceptible or challenging to India a decade ago (Marwah & Ramanayake, 2021). However, in 2020, China being the leading trading partner for all BIMSTEC countries is evident (see Tables 2 and 3).…”

Section: China Versus India As Trade Partners Of Bimstecmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…China could not ask for more. Thailand's military generals too are frequent visitors to China and continue to forge bilateral relations, with which they have a kith and kin relationship (Marwah & Ramanayake, 2021). With Bangladesh and Bhutan balancing bilateral relations with both India and China, it is evident that on the political question, China's weight is clearly difficult to shrug off.…”

Section: Creating a Bimstec Identity: Major Challengesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Political Economy of Trade in BIMSTEC: A Contemporary Perspective

2022

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BIMSTEC has completed more than two decades of its existence, with 2022 marking the regional grouping’s 25th anniversary. In this article, we study the nature and evolution of BIMSTEC, as we discuss and analyse the nature of intra-regional trade, with a focus on BIMSTEC member countries’ trade with India and China. We also highlight the political challenges and hindrances to increasing intra-regional trade. The China factor and its expanding footprint among these countries is analysed. The article concludes with suggestions and unique pathways that BIMSTEC can emphasize in creating a common identity, that is, focusing on connectivity and improved logistics as well as establishing a BIMSTEC university for exchange of ideas and building trust. The article fills the existing gap in the literature by comparing India and China’s trade with BIMSTEC countries, emphasizing the creation of the soft power appeal of BIMSTEC to make it a more viable regional organization.

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Section: China Versus India As Trade Partners Of Bimstecmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Creating a Bimstec Identity: Major Challengesmentioning

confidence: 99%