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Beijing's Struggle to Win Indian Hearts Despite Diplomatic Thaw

other · 2026-08-10

Chinese researchers have noted that despite the recent thaw in diplomatic relations between China and India, Beijing has failed to win over the Indian public. The lack of a long-term strategy and effective communication channels has hindered Beijing's efforts to gain the hearts and minds of the Indian people. This analysis was part of a roundup of five weekend reads from the South China Morning Post, which also included the hottest day on record in Hong Kong.

Key facts

  • Chinese researchers say Beijing lacks a long-term strategy to win Indian public opinion.
  • The diplomatic relationship between China and India has been thawing.
  • Beijing has not established effective communication channels with the Indian public.
  • The analysis was featured in a South China Morning Post roundup of five weekend reads.
  • Hong Kong experienced its hottest day on record over the weekend.

Entities

Institutions

  • South China Morning Post

Locations

  • Beijing
  • China
  • India
  • Hong Kong

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