Key points – The former head of the Tibetan government-in-exile has claimed that China is trying to bribe politicians, journalists, and business people in India. China is expanding its influence into South Asia and Europe.
He also says the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi is trying to influence Indian leaders and influential people, and even planning a change of power.
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. Dr. Lobsang Sangay, former head of the Tibetan government-in-exile, has leveled a serious accusation against China. He says that Chinese embassy officials in India are trying to bribe politicians, journalists, businessmen, and even YouTubers. He claimed that this is the same strategy China has previously used in areas like Tibet, Xinjiang, and Mongolia. Dr. Sangay warned that if Indian leaders are not vigilant, China could gradually strengthen its roots here as well.
China’s Growing Influence in South Asia
During an interview, Dr. Sangay also explained the situation in India’s neighboring countries. He explained that political parties in Nepal have been divided into pro-China and pro-India factions. China has also established a strong hold on those in power in countries like Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and the Maldives. Referring to Pakistan, he said that almost all major parties there support China. In this way, China is gradually gaining influence throughout South Asia and is developing a strategy to encircle India.
Impacting Europe and Globally
China’s strategy is not limited to Asia, but extends to Europe. Dr. Sangay explained that some European ministers and leaders praise China solely to secure high-profile positions and high salaries in Chinese companies. He said some leaders receive jobs ranging from $100,000 to $888,000 annually. This clearly demonstrates China’s policy of buying influence and expanding its influence globally through economic inducements.
Warning to the People of India
Dr. Sangay warned Indian leaders, journalists, businesspeople, and all influential people to be vigilant against China’s efforts. He questioned why China consistently attempts to encircle India. Why is it investing and gaining political influence in the Maldives, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal? Why is it blocking resolutions at the United Nations against terrorists who attack India? He argued that China’s objective is clear: to weaken India and establish its dominance in South Asia.
In an interview with NDTV, he said, “Elite co-option is an old strategy of China. They try to buy politicians, intellectuals, businessmen, journalists, and now even YouTubers. They used this method in Tibet, Xinjiang, and Mongolia, and are now repeating it in India.”
Sangye warned India
Sangye said that India is not immune to this threat. Citing an example, he said, “Look at the list of attendees at the National Day celebrations at the Chinese Embassy in Delhi; you will find pictures of politicians and businessmen.” In an interview with NDTV, he said, “Elite co-option is an old strategy of China. They try to buy politicians, intellectuals, businessmen, journalists, and now even YouTubers. They used this method in Tibet, Xinjiang, and Mongolia, and are now repeating it in India.”
Exposing China’s Game
He explained that this game isn’t limited to Asia. Many European ministers initially praised China and later found directorships in Chinese companies, earning millions of dollars in annual salaries.
Dr. Sange said that Indian politicians, businesspeople, and journalists should be especially vigilant, as China doesn’t care who is in power; it simply seeks to manipulate people for its own benefit.
Sanghe said that China’s goal is to encircle India and dominate South Asia. This is why it supports Maldives, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh, and seeks sanctions at the United Nations (UN) against terrorist groups that attack India.
Called the India-China trade deficit dangerous.
He also described the India-China trade deficit as dangerous. India buys $113 billion worth of goods from China but sells only $14 billion worth. This means that factories in India run less, jobs decrease and China takes advantage.
