New Delhi, May 25,( Newshub Desk) – India views China as its main strategic challenge while treating Pakistan as a secondary security concern, according to the latest Worldwide Threat Assessment report from the U.S. Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA).
The report highlights India’s growing defence capabilities and recent military engagements, shedding light on regional tensions.
The DIA’s assessment suggests that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration is actively strengthening India’s military power to counter Beijing’s influence.
India has been focusing on indigenous defence production, including testing advanced missile systems such as Agni-I Prime and Agni-V, and expanding its nuclear triad with a second nuclear-powered submarine.
Despite ongoing border conflicts, India reportedly sees Pakistan as a security issue to be managed rather than an existential threat.
The report cited India’s recent missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir in April.
This conflict escalated between May 7–10, featuring missile, drone, and artillery exchanges, before both sides agreed to a ceasefire.
India is expected to maintain strategic ties with Russia to fulfil defence and economic goals, even as it reduces dependency on Russian military hardware.
Meanwhile, Pakistan continues nuclear modernisation efforts and struggles with internal militant threats, with over 2,500 people killed in militant attacks in 2024.
The report also highlighted Pakistan’s strained relations with China, citing attacks on Chinese nationals working on CPEC projects, which resulted in the deaths of seven individuals in 2024.
Further tensions persist with Iran and Afghanistan, marked by cross-border strikes and military exchanges.
As India continues to strengthen its defence strategy, regional dynamics remain complex, with evolving diplomatic and security challenges shaping South Asia’s future.
