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The Great Game in the Buddhist Himalayas: India and China’s Quest for Strategic Dominance by Phunchok Stobdan [Hardcover] (Rare books)

The Great Game in the Buddhist Himalayas: India and China’s Quest for Strategic Dominance by Phunchok Stobdan [Hardcover] (Rare books)

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The Great Game in the Buddhist Himalayas: India and China’s Quest for Strategic Dominance by Phunchok Stobdan examines the strategic and political importance of the Himalayan region in the ongoing rivalry between India and China. The book explores how geography, Buddhism, border politics, and regional diplomacy influence relations among countries such as India, China, Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and Mongolia. Stobdan discusses China’s growing influence in the Himalayan belt and explains how India’s security and foreign policy are affected by developments in these sensitive border regions. Drawing from his experience as a diplomat and scholar, the author analyzes historical conflicts, cultural ties, and modern geopolitical strategies in the Buddhist Himalayas. The book provides readers with a deeper understanding of Asian geopolitics, strategic competition, and the importance of the Himalayan frontier in international relations.

About the Author

Phunchok Stobdan is an Indian diplomat, scholar, and strategic affairs expert known for his work on Himalayan politics, Central Asia, and India’s foreign policy. He has served in important diplomatic positions, including assignments related to Tibet and neighboring Himalayan regions. Stobdan is respected for his deep knowledge of border issues, Buddhism in international relations, and the strategic challenges facing India in Asia. Through his writings and research, he has contributed significantly to discussions on security, geopolitics, and the cultural dynamics of the Himalayan region.

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