1.15. The Japan Factor

♤ Japan and China have a complex relationship. The era of Japanese imperialism between the two world wars is a source of bitter memory.

♤ The dispute over the Senkaku (japan)/Diaoyu (China) islands is a sign of increasing tension.

♤ In such a scenario Japan has started courting India. This scenario has both opportunities and challenges for India.

♤ Japan had strongly supported India during the Doklam Standoff.