<h1>India's Foreign Minister Stresses Need to Prepare for China's Growing Capabilities; Highlights India-China Relationship Challenges.</h1> India's External Affairs Minister emphasized the need for India to prepare for China's expanding capabilities, particularly those affecting India's interests. He highlighted the complex India-China relationship, shaped by historical boundary disputes and differing political systems. The minister stressed the importance of mutual respect, sensitivity, and interests in bilateral ties, urging India to bolster its national power and reduce dependencies. He noted recent military disengagements and emphasized the significance of a multi-polar Asia for global stability. Additionally, he discussed India's strategic engagements in the Indo-Pacific and the Quad, highlighting progress in various collaborative initiatives.