India, Oct. 17 -- Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott said that India could be a "counterweight" to China and listed out the three big advantages that India has over China. The Australian leader said that some of Delhi's advantages over Beijing include- democracy, the rule of law, and the English language.

Speaking at the NDTV World Summit, Abbott said that India could be the "substitute" to China and highlighted the infrastructural development in the country.

"India is a counterweight to China. It is now the most populous country. You go to any Indian city... there is massive infrastructure push - new airports, etc. India is rising and can be a substitute to China," he said.

Abbott also said that the key to check China's ambi...