India Concerned over Pak-China growing relationship

 

 

Defence Minister of India
NEW DEHLI: India views with “serious concern” growing defence ties between China and Pakistan and vows to bolster its own military capabilities.
“It is a matter of serious concern for us. The main thing is we have to increase our capability — that is the only answer,” Defence Minister AK Antony told reporters in New Delhi on Friday.
China has announced that it will supply 50 JF17 Thunder fighter aircraft to Pakistan during Pakistan Prime Minister recent visit to China.
Antony added safe havens for militants in Pakistan is another “main concern” for New Delhi and told Islamabad to “disband and destroy” all guerrilla outfits if it “sincerely” wants to improve relations with India.

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