| ID | 144018 |
| Title Proper | India’s bilateral relations with two Island states in South Asia |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Behera, Harish Chandra |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | India’s relations with island state of Sri Lanka and Maldives have many ups and downs in recent years. Sri Lanka’s economy is likely to grow at a faster pace but it is not clear whether the ethnic issue would be resolved. Internal tensions in Sri Lanka would put pressure on the country’s growth. India’s relationship with Sri Lanka should be multifaceted. The process of integrating Sri Lanka’s economy with that of India should be continued. Maldives would be struggling with the adverse consequences of climate change and seeking closer ties with India to manage them. India should assist Maldives as comprehensively as possible. The region can progress if the countries of the region create interdependencies and cooperate with each other to tackle common challenges. |
| `In' analytical Note | World Focus Vol. 37, No.4; Apr 2016: p.116-123 |
| Journal Source | World Focus 2016-04 37, 4 |
| Key Words | South Asia ; Sri Lanka ; Maldives ; Island States ; India’s Bilateral Relations ; India’s Relations |