Sorry guys as much as I love the Tibetans, we have done enough for them, providing them sanctuary, economic support etc. As we look towards the futue India needs to tread a close walking balance not to antoganize the Chinese given (i) we are looking for a parmanent security council spot (ii) We are next to China which still is the stronger power (though we are narrowing the gap), (iii) We have an achilies heel as well i.e. Kashmir!! If China decides to play that card we will be f--ked. SO Keep all your so called humanistic politics to your self ans think as India and explain why we should act at all. Our focus is not to take any position that jeopardizes our political position long term. So yes as people we can support the Tibetans, send them money if you care!!! Dont expect the government to open up a can of worms which can hurt us long term. We have to learn how to balance the US, Isreal, Germany, France and England vs. China, Middle East muslim countries vs. Japan etc.
RE:Tibet situation
by shiva on Mar 19, 2008 07:33 AM Permalink
Good, more practical & wise approach.
Many are out looking for trouble. The only problem is others will give us back with interest. Don't we have enough enemies? It is easy to take hard views sitting in the comforts of our of our homes (I hope, not in the offices!).
Tibet issue has to be tackled at an international level. For that, let us help with useful inputs. Soft pressure is more of help than hard posturing. Though there are street protests, many in the western world are more interested in better relationship with China. China speaks with one voice, while we have people even in our ruling front who can create enemies out of friends. The opposition will of course change track when in power!
We should do our part in having better relationship with our neighbours. China is not only friends with Pakistan, Myanmar is closer to them. Bangla Desh, they are not that friendly to us. So in the end we can be surrounded by a hostile crowd, may be of our own making!
Let us work to really get what is due. An UN Permanent Membership in the Security Council. Even nuclear energy on favourable terms. And of course, we can quietly, help others including Tibetans. But let us not be a world policeman. Somebody else, more powerful, tried and ended up with bloody nose.
RE:Tibet situation
by prakash haranahalli on Mar 19, 2008 08:05 AM Permalink
I strongly agree with your views. Possibilities and probabilities should be computed before the action. I think, your thought is more appropriate and suitable at this situation.
RE:Tibet situation
by V S on Mar 19, 2008 08:25 AM Permalink
On the contrary I think India should be more assertive on tibet as before 1959 Tibet was never a part of China and China has always undermined India and it's interests.
China already plays the kashmir card all the time by supporting pakistan so your point on kashmir is moot.
