Sheikh Oahida Rahman Oishi

Is South Asia the Next Front in the U.S.–China Rivalry?

Jun 23, 2026

But it may be the smaller South Asian states that feel the most pressure. Countries such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and the Maldives are faced with a more polarised geopolitical environment. They want Chinese investment to boost development and keep close diplomatic and security ties with India and western partners.

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Is South Asia the Next Front in the U.S.–China Rivalry?

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