For the fourth time, Beijing has blocked the UN Security Council initiative to declare Jaish-e-Mohammed founder, Masood Azhar, a “global terrorist.” But to see this as an encouragement of China’s support for terrorism in the region would be a complete misreading of the situation. For China, like India needs a peaceful and stable region for its growth and development. Therefore, acts of terror whether in Pulwama or elsewhere could be seen as the last thing that ensures a conducive environment for economic growth and prosperity.