Before the 2024 Lok Sabha election results, several exit polls have indicated a winning stance for the BJP-led NDA coalition, forecasting between 361 and 401 seats. This clear majority in exit polls signals a probable third successive government led by PM Narendra Modi. Tomorrow's election results, if following suit, will all but confirm his third term as Prime Minister.
The global community has taken note of the exit poll results, with particular interest shown by China's state-run paper, Global Times. They have published an insightful article on Modi's anticipated third term.
No Shift in Foreign Policy Expected
According to Global Times, 'Surveys indicate that PM Modi is likely to win a third term. Chinese experts predict that Modi will maintain comprehensive domestic and foreign policies. His focus on boosting India's economic growth will continue.'
Dialogue Continues to Resolve Differences
Global Times suggests, 'Chinese experts emphasize cooperation between India and China. They anticipate ongoing open dialogue to resolve any discord. There is no expectation of significant policy shifts in international affairs if Modi, at 73, and his party BJP secure a third term. He would become the second prime minister after Jawaharlal Nehru to hold office for a third term.'
Source: aajtak
Focus on Becoming the Third-Largest Economy
Director of Research at the National Strategy Institute at Tsinghua University, Qian Feng, comments, 'Upon winning the election, Modi's goal will be to raise India to the status of the world's third-largest economy, trailing only behind the US and China. His strategic vision includes enhancing India's global influence through diplomatic channels.'
India-China Should Cultivate Mutual Cooperation
The article stresses, 'It is imperative for India to maintain a strategic outlook towards its relationship with China. Through dialogue, India should collaborate with China to untangle differences. It's unlikely that the friction between China and India will escalate. China's relations are improving with various nations, including American allies like Japan and Australia.'
Bilateral Relations Between Both Nations are Crucial
As PM Modi shared in an interview with an American magazine, 'The relationship between India and China is significant and meaningful. China needs to address longstanding border issues promptly, so we can move past the abnormalities in our bilateral ties.'
