How are the external powers influencing bilateral relations in South Asia?

<p>External powers like the US and China influence bilateral relations in South Asia in many ways, including:&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trade: The EU supports trade facilitation and harmonization of standards in the region.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cooperation: The EU encourages regional integration through the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Development: The EU provides financial and technical aid to South Asian countries.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Observer status: The EU, China, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Mauritius, Myanmar, and the United States are observer states in SAARC.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mediation: The US acts as a moderator between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Economic policies: India's liberal economic policies encourage the participation of the US.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Relations with China: China has close relations with Pakistan, even though India and China have improved their relations in recent years.</p>

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