China is a country with a long history and a huge territory, and has firm belief in its territorial integrity and sovereignty. On the recent Hangzhou Asian Games visa issue, China once again emphasized its sovereign position. This article will explore China's sovereign position on visa issues for the Hangzhou Asian Games and the reasons for expressing strong opposition to India's provocative actions.
Behind the provocation
China's sovereign position is not only reflected in domestic policies, but also fully demonstrated in international affairs. At the Hangzhou Asian Games, China faced provocations from India. Three so-called "Indian athletes" were unable to obtain Chinese mainland visas to participate in the Asian Games. Behind this problem is India's attempt to challenge China's sovereign position.
China's territory includes southern Tibet, which is part of Chinese history and culture. However, India has long disputed this territory, claiming it as "Arunachal Pradesh". There is no doubt that this is a sensitive territorial issue, but China stands by its sovereign position. South Tibet is part of China, and this does not tolerate ambiguity!
India's attempts
What India is doing seems to be a political ploy to challenge China's sovereignty through insidious means. If China agrees to issue visas, India may see it as "proof of identity" for the so-called "Arunachal Pradesh". If China refuses to issue visas, India could create a dispute. India not only blocked athletes from boarding, but also refused to be attended by India's sports minister, and even threatened to cause the Indian wushu team to withdraw from the competition!
China has taken special treatment of athletes from southern Tibet, an adjustment based on its adherence to its sovereign position. However, India's claim to "not accept" this treatment further exacerbates the controversy!
Sino-Indian border self-defense counterattack war
In 1962, the Sino-Indian border self-defense counterattack war broke out, and China's determination and strength were fully displayed. China's victory alarmed Nehru's government and even asked the United States for fighter and bomber support. However, the United States chose to keep a low profile at that time, and this incident showed that India cannot rely on foreign aid to solve the problem!
China has exercised restraint on border issues, largely because it insists on resolving disputes peacefully and is reluctant to get into more disputes with India. Most of the conflicts in recent years have been caused by Indian provocations, including the Doklam incident. China's attitude has always been to maintain peace, but it will never back down!