(a) whether India is concerned about the increasing closeness of Pakistan and China;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor; and
(c) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to safeguard the sovereignty and strengthen defence mechanism of India?
(a) whether India is concerned about the increasing closeness of Pakistan and China;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor; and
(c) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to safeguard the sovereignty and strengthen defence mechanism of India?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SMT. PRENEET KAUR)
(a) to (c) There are some aspects of China-Pakistan relationship which are of concern. These include matters relating to
Sino-Pak nuclear cooperation activities in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) and other matters of security concern. Government
keeps a constant watch on all developments having a bearing on national security and takes all necessary measures to safeguard it.