Beijing: China is steadily expanding its influence across South Asia through major investments, infrastructure projects, and growing security ties, challenging India’s long-standing dominance in the region.

According to Deutsche Welle, from Chinese-funded ports in Pakistan and Sri Lanka to factories and industrial projects in Bangladesh, Beijing’s footprint is reshaping regional politics and economics. These developments highlight China’s strategic push into South Asia, which is traditionally seen as part of India’s sphere of influence.

The report details how deepening China-Pakistan military cooperation and shifting political dynamics in Bangladesh are raising concerns in New Delhi. As the two Asian powers compete for influence in India’s strategic backyard, the balance of power in the region is being closely watched by international observers. The growing Chinese presence in South Asia could potentially alter the regional equilibrium and impact India’s foreign policy strategy.