Harsha Kakar What were Chinese intending to convey by intruding into Ladakh in May last year remains a mystery. Its intentions could have varied from occupying claim lines to warning India against moving closer to the US or militarizing the QUAD. It could also have been projecting superior capability of the PLA or announcing their arrival on the global stage.However, there is no doubt that the Chinese had planned andprepared,as also surprised India by their speed and violence. The Indian … Continue reading A year since Sino-India standoff