Eventual Chinese actions in Taiwan: Consequences for India’s sovereignty

The relationship between Indo-China and China-Taiwan has been complex throughout the history of these modern states. The crises in Ukraine and Gaza have destabilised the fragile international order and have the potential to incite aggressive actions from other nations too. China’s ambitions regarding Taiwan have a similar likelihood of sparking a larger confrontation in the larger Indo-Pacific and especially India. The paper examines the historical reasons for Chinese fascination with Taiwan and what is the importance of Taiwan’s survival for India today. It also explores how the Chinese annexation there could escalate land disputes at the LAC. The paper analyses how a conflict involving the West could create a dilemma for New Delhi. A serious conflict at the India-China border could potentially lead to a full-scale war, given India’s active approach to protecting its sovereignty and China’s growing might. Thus, analysing what could be the potential danger to Indian sovereignty becomes paramount.