Quote by David Frum

To balance China, the democracies will need new friends - and India with its fast-growing economy, youthful population, and democratic politics seems the obvious candidate.

To balance China, the democracies will need new friends - an

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to counterbalance China's growing influence and power, democratic nations will need to cultivate new alliances. India, with its rapidly expanding economy, young population, and commitment to democratic governance, emerges as a prospective choice. The country's potential friendship is seen as a natural fit due to its favorable demographic factors and shared values associated with democracy. By forming a strategic partnership with India, democratic nations aim to strengthen their collective position and possibly mitigate the dominance of China's global influence.

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By David Frum

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