Manoj P V, Senior Fellow at the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), authored an opinion piece in The Week examining whether India should view China primarily as a rival or a competitor amid evolving geopolitical realities.

The article argues that India must adopt a pragmatic and strategically balanced approach to China by safeguarding its national interests while remaining open to cooperation where mutual interests converge. It discusses the changing regional and global landscape, highlighting the importance of strategic clarity, economic resilience, and diplomatic engagement in shaping India’s long-term policy towards China.

The opinion article was published in The Week on July 3, 2026. Read the full article here.