Pentagon report to US Congress flags China's 'core interest' claim on Arunachal Pradesh
A Pentagon report reveals China's claim on India's Arunachal Pradesh is central to its national rejuvenation goals. Beijing views Taiwan and other territorial disputes as vital. This strategy aims for a world-class military by 2049. While India and China agreed to disengage from border sites, mutual distrust persists, likely limiting bilateral ties despite efforts to stabilize relations.