NEW DELHI (PTI): Noting that China has upgraded its military force projection against India through rapid modernisation, the Indian Defence Ministry has said the country was "conscious and watchful" of Beijing's rising military profile in the immediate and extended neighbourhood.
In its annual report for 2011-12 released on Monday, the Defence Ministry said Pakistan continued to be a "cause of concern" due to undiminished activities of terror organisations there.
"Chinese footprints in India's neighbourhood are increasing progressively due to its proactive diplomacy through political, military and economic engagements.
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