Armed Coexistence: The Dynamics of the Intractable Sino-Indian Border Dispute

This book explores the origins and reasons behind the Sino-Indian border disputes intractability, providing a theoretically based explanation for why it is difficult for an interstate border dispute to be resolved. It examines a wide range of salient actors, from state leaders to governing organizations, and shows that it is usually in their interest to maintain the status quo rather than seek resolution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 301 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate origins and factors contributing to the enduring stalemate of the Sino-Indian border disputes. Through the use of precise maps, tables, archival materials, and scholarly research, it vividly illustrates how an ambiguous frontier transformed into a contentious border and how, despite some degree of pacification, the issue remains unresolved. Unlike previous studies, this book offers a theoretical framework to explain the challenges in resolving interstate border disputes. By examining a diverse range of key actors, including state leaders, governing organizations, and the State itself, it becomes evident that these actors often prioritize maintaining the current status quo over pursuing a resolution, thereby perpetuating the intractability of the border dispute. Given the growing prominence of China and India as global powers in the twenty-first century, a thorough examination of the primary source of contention between them has become increasingly crucial. This book provides a valuable contribution to understanding the complex dynamics and underlying factors that contribute to this ongoing conflict, offering insights that are essential for policymakers and scholars alike.

Weight: 425g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811674525
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022