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India–China Reform Deficit

India–China Reform Deficit:

Both India and China are facing structural economic challenges often described as a “reform deficit.” India is struggling with low private investment and stagnant manufacturing, while China is dealing with over-investment, weak household consumption, and rising debt concerns.Ancient trade and cultural links via the Silk Route and spread of Buddhism. Panchsheel Agreement (1954) and the short-lived “Hindi–Chini Bhai Bhai” phase. Relations soured after the 1962 border war.