Ivan Lidarev

Ivan Lidarev is an expert on Asian security and international relations, specialising in ChinaIndia relations. He was recently the Mladena and Dianko Sotirov Visiting Fellow at LSE IDEAS.

Recent articles by Ivan Lidarev

India’s loss in Bangladesh not necessarily China’s gain

India’s loss in Bangladesh not necessarily China’s gain

The fall of Sheikh Hasina's government in Bangladesh has been described as a strategic loss for India and a potential gain for China. But various obstacles may hinder China from gaining greater influence in the region. Political instability, economic challenges, and India's enduring importance to Bangladesh will limit the extent of China's influential inroads.

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