China & Pakistan Vs India at BRICS: Rivalry 'PRICS' the Alliance
Cracks emerge in BRICS as China and India have different perspectives on how the bloc should operate and move forward. China’s close allegiance to Pakistan is making India uncomfortable as the Communist country wants Islamabad to be a part of the alliance. India and Pakistan’s rivalry is the main cause for the Modi government to remain skeptical about China’s power prowls. Also Read: 74 Countries Ready To Attend BRICS Summit In August Moreover, New Delhi is against reconciling with Islamabad through Beijing and the move could suffocate BRICS in the process. Pakistan and India’s rivalry dates back several decades and the two nations hesitate to initiate discussions, let alone be a part of the same alliance. India is opposed to China’s idea of bringing Pakistan into BRICS and the infighting is turning into a ‘pricking’ issue. India ’s relationship with China is not friendly either as the two nations have been at odds for decade...