"The Strategic Triangle: India-China Relations in the Context of the Indo-Pacific Security Architecture"

Abstract

This paper explores the evolving dynamics of India-China relations within the broader strategic framework of the 
Indo-Pacific security architecture. As two of Asia’s most influential powers, India and China play pivotal roles in 
shaping regional stability, maritime governance, and the balance of power. The study examines how the interplay of 
geopolitical competition, economic interdependence, and military modernization influences their bilateral 
relationship and impacts broader regional strategies. Special attention is given to the strategic responses of the 
United States and its allies, the role of multilateral platforms such as the Quad, and the influence of regional 
flashpoints like the South China Sea and the Himalayan border disputes.