Rules of global engagement.

Context: Resurfacing of Katchatheevu issue in Parliamentary election has brought the rules of global engagement at forefront

Rules of global engagement:

• International agreements are based on information available at the time and involve compromise.
• Good deals stand the test of time and uphold the principle of abiding by agreements.
• Examples include India’s boundary agreements with Bangladesh and maritime boundary settlement.

Concerns with recent political dialogue on Katchatheevu Island:

• Unilateral actions risk India’s international credibility and can strain bilateral ties.
• Reopening pacts based on narrow political convenience sets a problematic precedent.

Conclusion:

• India’s responsible behavior has earned it credibility and exemptions in international forums.
• Provocative claims like those regarding Katchatheevu could undermine goodwill and invite opportunism from China.

Source: Indian Express