'Stop assuming China is enemy': Sam Pitroda downplays Beijing threat
What's the story
Indian Overseas Congress Chairman Sam Pitroda has said that the threat from China is often exaggerated.
He hinted that this perception is driven by a tendency to define enemies, especially by the United States.
"I don't understand the threat from China. I think this issue is often blown out of proportion because...the US has a tendency to define an enemy," he told news agency IANS in an interview.
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Watch: On whether US President Donald Trump and PM Modi will be able to control the threat from China, Indian Overseas Congress Chief Sam Pitroda says, "I don't understand the threat from China. I think this issue is often blown out of proportion because the U.S. has a tendency… pic.twitter.com/UaBvPVqdsr
— IANS (@ians_india) February 17, 2025
Call for change
Pitroda advocates for collaboration over confrontation
Pitroda further stressed the need to change the mindset toward China and work together instead of against each other.
He feels this confrontational attitude is unfair and counterproductive.
"Our approach has been confrontational from the very beginning, and this attitude creates enemies... We need to change this mindset and stop assuming that China is the enemy from day one. It's unfair, not just to China, but to everyone," he added.
Diplomatic stance
Trump expresses optimism about future India-China relations
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the United States, President Donald Trump spoke about India-China tensions.
While he noted the past conflicts and current border skirmishes, he was hopeful about future relations with China.
"I look at India, I do see the skirmishes on the border, which are quite vicious... If I could be of help, I'd love to help," Trump said at a joint press conference with PM Modi.