Sir — This refers to the editorial, “Standing up to a bully” (August 29). Finally, diplomacy prevailed in calming down the tense situation in Doklam which prevailed for more than two months. It is a significant achievement for India that in this stand-off, the US, Japan and Vietnam all fully supported the Indian standpoint. Congratulations are forthcoming to those diplomats, from both sides who toiled very hard, though behind the scene, to end this deadlock.
The editorial is timely as New Delhi’s decision to develop infrastructure like roads in this region is of utmost militarily importance from a strategic point of view. It will also give confidence to Bhutan as we are obliged to protect Bhutan’s sovereignty as well.