Indian Neighbours Cosy Up to China in New Worry for New Delhi | Vantage with Palki Sharma China has shipped more than 1,500 tonnes of drinking water to the Indian Ocean island nation of the Maldives. Nepal and China have agreed to sign a deal for the implementation of Xi Jinping's flagship Belt and Road Initiative in the coming months. The deal has been criticised for its secrecy by lawmakers in Nepal. In Sri Lanka, the Chinese have agreed to expand the Hambantota port and the Colombo International Airport. China is the largest bilateral lender to Sri Lanka, making up 17% of its total foreign debt. Is India losing its grip over South Asia? Why are India's neighbours cosying up to China? Palki Sharma tells you. --- India | China | South Asia | Maldives | Sri Lanka | Nepal | Firstpost | World News | Vantage | Palki Sharma #india #china #maldives #nepal #srilanka #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. ​ Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8QaiQxApLq8sLNcszYyJw Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V