China views India as its 'Asian rival' with an innate ability to contend its hegemonic goals in Asia. Despite these difficulties in India-China relations, there are also many areas of convergence. Discuss.

However, with rise of India as a competitor, China views it as 'Asian rival'.

Difficulties in India-China relations:

Economic:

1. Trade deficit reaching 100 billion $

2. India blocking Chinese FDI in 5G tech (Huawei) as well as automobile sector (PYC)

3. Over-dependence of India on Chinese imports - APIs (30%), electronics etc.