Includes bibliographical references (p. [307]-330) and index.

India-China relations through the ages -- India China relations in the post-Cold War era -- The border and Tibet problems -- India-China and south Asia -- India-China economic relations -- India-China and the present world -- Problems and prospects of India-China relations.

"India and China are the emerging superpowers of the world and together they can make 21st century an Asian century. Immense scope lies for both India and China for constructive and cooperative partnership in various fields. This book examines India-China bilateral relations from various angles including regional and global dimensions. The book described and examines age-old cultural exchanges, shared perceptions during freedom struggles and post-independence and post-revolution concerns of the two countries. Border problem and Tibet factor are hurdles in the way of India-China smooth relations. The problems require solution on lasting basis if bilateral economic cooperation between the two countries is to be promoted. Current trends and prospects of India-China relations are discussed in this context."--P. [v].