Doklam standoff: The takeaways for India

September 04, 2017 20:06

There are still many unknowns about the Doklam standoff, what led to it and its de-escalation -- some of which will stay unknowns.

There also remain questions, including its broader implications and longer-term impact. More immediately, its diplomatic resolution has been rightfully greeted with a sense of relief.

Some have suggested that this outcome was inevitable since China and India have dialogue mechanisms, experience dealing with such incidents, and more to lose than gain by conflict. But the risk of escalation is always present in such standoffs.

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