Environmental Security: New Challenge in Sino-Indian Relationship (The case of the Brahmaputra River)

DOI: 10.5176/2251-2403_PSSIR29

Authors: Gregory Coutaz

Abstract:

Long a focal point in environmental studies, transboundary water interaction has become a major concern of International Relations. Whether the interstate competition over transboundary waters will lead to greater conflict or increased cooperation remains a hotly debated issue. This paper examines the impact of the construction of a dam on the Chinese side of the Brahmaputra river on the Sino-Indian relationship.