Why Are India and Turkey Becoming Rivals?
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India and Turkey have a lot in common. Both are middle powers with large ambitions, and both look back to past periods of greatness when they think about their future role in the world. Because of these shared goals, the two countries often compete for influence in the same regions, and their relationship has become more competitive in recent years.
Turkey has tried to increase its presence beyond its borders. It has expanded its diplomatic, economic and military activities in parts of the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia and South Asia. India, which has a growing economy and a larger population, is also seeking a bigger voice in global affairs. It wants to be seen as a leading power in its own neighbourhood and beyond, and it has built closer ties with many countries to support this goal.
These different approaches have created friction. Some observers say that Turkey's relations with Pakistan, India's long-standing rival, have made tensions with New Delhi more visible. Others point out that the two countries hold different views on regional conflicts and on questions of religion and national identity. Analysts also note that both governments are careful about how they present their policies at home, so public statements can sometimes make disagreements seem larger.
Despite this growing competition, India and Turkey still have important economic and trade links. Their governments continue to meet and discuss issues of common interest, which suggests that the relationship is complicated rather than simply hostile. How their rivalry develops will depend on how each country balances its ambitions with its need for cooperation.
Sources: DW.com
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