China–India relations major economies in the world. Growth in diplomatic and economic influence has increased the significance of their bilateral relationship. Cultural and economic relations between China and India date back to ancient times. The Silk Road not only served as a major trade route between India and China, but is also credited for facilitating the spread of Buddhism from India to East Asia. During the 19th century, China's growing opium trade with the East India Company triggered the First and Second Opium Wars. During World War II, India and China both played a crucial role in halting the progress of Imperial
From China to Canada "" "are welcome additions to the continuing and changing Chinese phase in social science and history." Roy wrote that it "is an impressive work of scholarship and is an essential resource for anyone doing research on the Chinese in Canada or comparing the experience of the Chinese with that of other ethnic communities." Roy stated that the footnotes have some "careless" mistakes, and that the large amount of organizations mentioned may give too much detail for the readers. From China to Canada From China to Canada: A History of the Chinese Communities in Canada is a 1982 book edited by