Incident stirs nationalist passions in both countries

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The border clash between India and China at Galwan that killed at least 20 Indian troops has spurred both nationalist passions and intense geopolitical debate in both countries. The killings are the first in 45 years between India and China.

Analysts said the loss of lives on both sides means things can never go back to the old normal.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on June 18, 2020, with the headline Incident stirs nationalist passions in both countries. Subscribe