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The Doklam standoff between India and China appears to have unveiled a new era of India's China policy. Even though the conflict might not have been fully resolved and the probability of recurrence in the near future remains high, a combination of determined posture and astute diplomacy can succeed in protecting India's interests vis-a-vis China's aggressive postures in South Asia and the neighborhood. The Doklam crisis has been a watershed moment of sorts. Does this standoff mark a turning point in their relationship or will it be a continuation of the status quo? Does it portend a trend of increased belligerence and distrust that could bring the two giants on a collision course? Or will they adopt a more conciliatory approach if such incidents were to reoccur?