Navigating Bhutan-China Boundary Talks

An Examination of India's Concerns

Abstract

In the picturesque Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, nestled between the towering peaks of the world's mightiest mountain range, a delicate diplomatic dance is unfolding, capturing the attention of regional and global players as China has expressed an urgent intent to work closely with Bhutan to swiftly conclude the ongoing boundary negotiations and establish full-fledged diplomatic relations with the Kingdom. Bhutan, long seen as a strategic buffer between China and India, is taking steps to mend its relationship with the dragon next door, a move that has set New Delhi on edge.