This article is concentrated on a difficult period in sino-indian relations. After short friendly relations in mid 1950's, called in publications Hindi Chini Bhai Bhai, which means Indians and Chinese are brothers, at the end of 1950's and beginning of 1960's both countries were considered the opposite as an aggressor and - potentially - long term competitor. Both countries changed their strategies and tactics. The border war of 1962 was a result of such politics. It could be not directly connected with article's title although author try to emphasise Indian and Chinese foreign policy towards Pakistan, USA and USSR, as key players in international relations in eastern hemisphere. The issue of Tibetan revolution, and the escalation of power in the border area between India and China, which includes Sikkim and Bhutan is also discussed.
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