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India and China Agree on Disengagement and Patrolling Arrangements Along LAC: A Step Towards Border Stability

India and China Agree on Disengagement and Patrolling Arrangements Along LAC: A Step Towards Border Stability In a significant development in India-China relations, the two nations have reached an agreement to disengage their troops and establish new patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This decision, announced by India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, marks a crucial…

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India must understand that China is stronger,China can defeat it and China will, India must decide if join the prosperity of the multipolar world or become a smoldering ruin of the unipolar one

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⚠️ LA "TATTICA DELL'AFFETTARE IL SALAME" DELL'ESERCITO POPOLARE DI LIBERAZIONE NEI TERRITORI CONTESI CON L'INDIA NAZIONALISTA PORTA I SUOI FRUTTI | L'INDIA PERDE 26 DEI 65 PUNTI DI PATTUGLIAMENTO NEL LADAKH ORIENTALE ⚠️

🇮🇳 L'India ha perso 26 dei 65 Punti di Pattugliamento nel Ladakh Orientale, lungo il confine con la Repubblica Popolare Cinese 🇨🇳

📄 È quanto scaturito da un Rapporto di un Alto Ufficiale di Polizia alla Conferenza Annuale dei Massimi Ufficiali di Polizia dell'India Nazionalista, tenutosi a Delhi - alla presenza del Primo Ministro Narendra Modi, del Ministro dell'Interno e del Consigliere per la Sicurezza Nazionale 🇮🇳

💬 "Attualmente ci sono 65 Punti di Pattugliamento a partire dal Passo di Karakorum fino a Chumur che devono essere pattugliati regolarmente dalle Forze Armate. Su 65, abbiamo perso la presenza in 26 Punti, a causa di un pattugliamento restrittivo o assente", ha affermato l'ufficiale.

⭐️ L'Esercito Popolare di Liberazione, nei Territori Contesi, e al confine con l'India Nazionalista (descritta come un paese-chiave su cui far leva per il sentimento anti-Cinese da Mike Pompeo) ha rafforzato la sua presenza - come si può leggere qui - e conduce una tattica definibile con l'espressione "affettare il salame", ovvero accaparrarsi - senza sparare un colpo - centimetro per centimetro, portando il nemico a perdere il controllo su certe aree 🪖

📟 Inoltre, l'EPL sta costruendo e posizionando sempre più apparecchiature di sorveglianza nelle "zone cuscinetto", con l'obiettivo di monitorare i movimenti delle Forze Armate Indiane 🇮🇳

🇨🇳 La scorsa settimana, Xi Jinping ha tenuto una video-conversazione con i soldati di stanza lungo il Confine Conteso tra Cina e India nel Ladakh Orientale, sottolineando l'importanza della preparazione e della prontezza al combattimento 🔥

📄 Per chi volesse approfondire il Tema dell'India Nazionalista e della Cooperazione Indo-Statunitense in funzione Anti-Cinese, così come i movimenti dell'Esercito Cinese sul confine con l'India, può rifarsi a questi post del Collettivo Shaoshan:

🔺Il Rapporto Indo-Statunitense in funzione anti-Cinese ⚔️

🔺 Tensioni tra la Repubblica Popolare Cinese e l'India Nazionalista - progetto ferroviario indiano al confine, territori contesi, presenza dell'EPL lungo la "linea di controllo effettivo", Pangong, Quartier Generale, Ponti e Stazioni Radar, Supporto Aereo: I, II, III, IV.

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⚠️ THE PEOPLE'S LIBERATION ARMY'S "SALAMI-SLICING TACTICS" IN DISPUTED TERRITORIES WITH NATIONALIST INDIA BRINGS FRUIT | INDIA LOSES 26 OF 65 PATROL POINTS IN EASTERN LADAKH ⚠️

🇮🇳India has lost 26 out of 65 Patrol Points in Eastern Ladakh, along the border with the People's Republic of China 🇨🇳

📄 This is what emerged from a Report by a Senior Police Officer at the Annual Conference of the Chief Police Officers of Nationalist India, held in Delhi - in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister and National Security Advisor 🇮🇳

💬 "Currently there are 65 Patrol Points starting from the Karakoram Pass up to Chumur that need to be patrolled regularly by the Armed Forces. Out of 65, we have lost presence in 26 Points, due to restricted or no patrolling," he said officer.

⭐️ The People's Liberation Army, in the Disputed Territories, and on the border with Nationalist India (described as a key country to leverage anti-China sentiment by Mike Pompeo) has strengthened its presence - how can read here - and carries out a tactic that can be defined with the expression "slicing salami", or rather grabbing - without firing a shot - centimeter by centimetre, leading the enemy to lose control over certain areas 🪖

📟 Also, the PLA is building and placing more and more surveillance equipment in the "buffer zones", aiming to monitor the movements of the Indian Armed Forces 🇮🇳

🇨🇳 Xi Jinping held a video conversation with soldiers stationed along the Sino-Indian Border in Eastern Ladakh last week, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and combat readiness 🔥

📄 For those wishing to learn more about Nationalist India and Indo-US Cooperation in an Anti-Chinese function, as well as the movements of the Chinese Army on the border with India, you can refer to these posts from the Shaoshan Collective:

🔺 The Indo-US Report in anti-Chinese function ⚔️

🔺 Tensions between PRC and Nationalist India - Indian railway project on border, disputed territories, PLA presence along "Line of Effective Control", Pangong, HQ, Bridges and Radar Stations, Air Support: I, II, III, IV.

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[ad_1] Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engaged in bilateral talks with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun on Wednesday in Vientiane, Laos, during the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM Plus). #WATCH | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun, in Vientiane, Lao PDR. pic.twitter.com/ZbyusUrGKu — NewsMobile (@NewsMobileIndia) November 20, 2024 This meeting comes at a significant time, following the recent agreement between India and China to resolve the border standoff by repositioning their troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to pre-2020 positions. This move follows the violent clashes in Galwan Valley in 2020, which had worsened relations between the two countries. The discussions between Singh and Dong Jun are considered vital, as they are expected to focus on advancing the peace process along the LAC. This meeting follows similar high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the BRICS summit in late October. Both leaders had discussed improving bilateral relations, and the Defence Minister’s dialogue is seen as a continuation of these efforts. A significant outcome from recent military engagements was the agreement for coordinated patrols in Demchok and Depsang areas of Eastern Ladakh, marking a crucial step towards de-escalation. In line with the agreement, Indian and Chinese forces will take turns conducting weekly patrols in these regions. The first round of these joint patrols was completed in early November. Click here for Latest Fact Checked News On NewsMobile WhatsApp Channel For viral videos and Latest trends subscribe to NewsMobile YouTube Channel and Follow us on Instagram [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engaged in bilateral talks with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun on Wednesday in Vientiane, Laos, during the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM Plus). #WATCH | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun, in Vientiane, Lao PDR. pic.twitter.com/ZbyusUrGKu — NewsMobile (@NewsMobileIndia) November 20, 2024 This meeting comes at a significant time, following the recent agreement between India and China to resolve the border standoff by repositioning their troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to pre-2020 positions. This move follows the violent clashes in Galwan Valley in 2020, which had worsened relations between the two countries. The discussions between Singh and Dong Jun are considered vital, as they are expected to focus on advancing the peace process along the LAC. This meeting follows similar high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the BRICS summit in late October. Both leaders had discussed improving bilateral relations, and the Defence Minister’s dialogue is seen as a continuation of these efforts. A significant outcome from recent military engagements was the agreement for coordinated patrols in Demchok and Depsang areas of Eastern Ladakh, marking a crucial step towards de-escalation. In line with the agreement, Indian and Chinese forces will take turns conducting weekly patrols in these regions. The first round of these joint patrols was completed in early November. Click here for Latest Fact Checked News On NewsMobile WhatsApp Channel For viral videos and Latest trends subscribe to NewsMobile YouTube Channel and Follow us on Instagram [ad_2] Source link

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India, China begin troop disengagement at friction points: Sources

New Delhi: India and China have begun troop disengagement at the two friction points at Demchok and Depsang Plains in eastern Ladakh, official sources said Friday. The process follows an agreement firmed up between the two countries on patrolling and disengagement of troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, a major breakthrough to end an over four-year standoff. The…

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LAC Tensions Ease with Landmark Deal

The significant agreement reached between India and China this week to resolve one of the longest military standoffs in recent history received formal approval on Wednesday from PM Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping. This bilateral meeting at the BRICS Summit marked their first encounter in five years, during which they endorsed the deal. According to the Indian side, this endorsement from the highest level is expected to further alleviate tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

During their 50-minute discussion in Kazan, the leaders agreed to promptly hold Special Representatives (SRs) talks on the India-China boundary issue, which has not occurred since 2019. They emphasized the need to advance relations from a “strategic and long-term perspective,” enhance strategic communication and explore collaborative efforts to tackle developmental challenges.

The Special Representatives, Ajit Doval, and Wang Yi have met multiple times on the sidelines of various multilateral events, including a meeting last month in St. Petersburg, but not within the formal SR talks framework.

In the Indian readout, Modi expressed his support for the agreement concerning complete disengagement and the resolution of issues that emerged in 2020 in eastern Ladakh, which included the deadly Galwan clash that year. He stressed the importance of properly managing differences and disputes to maintain peace and tranquility.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that Modi also expressed India’s full support for China’s presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in 2025. China characterized the meeting as constructive and of great significance. Read More-https://24x7newsroom.com/pm-modi-and-xi-finalize-lac-agreement-committing-to-restore-relations/

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by Radika | Oct 23, 2024

Ahead of the BRICS summit in Russia, India and China announced an end to the four-year military standoff between the two countries along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will have their first official bilateral meeting in five years!

India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the LAC and the border areas. This has led to a disengagement and resolution of the issues that had arisen in these areas in 2020. This breakthrough in the standoff between India and China was made possible by numerous rounds of discussions and dialogue between diplomatic and military negotiators of the two countries.

It must be noted that, in 2012, India and China set up the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (WMCC) on India-China Border Affairs. It is an official institutional mechanism to resolve border-related disagreements and conflicts through communication and cooperation. The main goal of this framework is to establish peace and tranquility in India-China border areas and to enhance mutual trust and security between the two countries.

Since the inception of the WMCC in 2012, only 14 rounds of discussion had taken place over a period of 8 years until the 2020 unilateral border incursions by China and the subsequent clash that led to loss of lives of soldiers on both sides. But following the Galwan border clash, both India and China made a commitment to not allow differences to become disputes, and to work towards disengaging along the LAC. The two sides agreed to keep all diplomatic and military communication channels open and to participate in discussions and dialogue to reach a solution that is acceptable to both sides so that peace and tranquility can be restored along the border regions.

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🚨𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚-𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬🚨 𝐋𝐀𝐂 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐛𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥??😮 🤔 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝?! ✨ There's been a 𝑚𝑎𝑗𝑜𝑟 shift in Indo-Chinese relations! ✨ 📍 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 (𝐋𝐀𝐂) 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞! 🕊️ 💬 According to the latest statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 🇮🇳 & 🇨🇳 have 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 on new 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 along the LAC after extensive negotiations! 🤝✨ 🧐𝐖𝐡𝐲? - To resolve a 4-year-long border dispute. - The standoff began in 2020 when skirmishes on Pangong Lake and Galwan Valley between troops resulted in casualties on both sides. - That spiked regional tensions and worsened ties between both countries for over 4 years! - According to EAM Jaishankar, India and China have completed the disengagement process and the situation has now returned to what it was before May 2020!! 😲𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐲: - Experts believe India should be careful. - China has yet to release its statement and considering its imperialistic and land-grabbing habits, India must stay vigilant. - While some progress has been made in Eastern Ladakh, the situation in Arunachal Pradesh remains dire. ❓𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒃𝒆 𝒂 𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕? Follow Jobaaj Stories (the media arm of Jobaaj.com Group for more)

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India-China Agreement: Key Details on LAC Patrolling and Disengagement

India and China have recently finalized an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), marking a significant development after a prolonged military standoff in Eastern Ladakh that began in 2020. This breakthrough follows extensive diplomatic and military discussions between the two nations.

Overview of the Agreement

Defence sources revealed to CNN-News18 that the agreement specifically addresses friction points in Depsang, Demchok, and other regions where disengagement has already been initiated. “In recent weeks, Indian and Chinese negotiators have maintained close communication across various platforms. As a result, we have reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the LAC, facilitating disengagement and resolving the issues that emerged in 2020,” stated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri during a press conference on Monday.

While the Ministry of External Affairs has not detailed the specific mechanisms of the agreement, defence officials confirmed it was the result of multiple meetings between diplomats from both sides, with significant involvement from their military counterparts. The discussions included Corps Commanders level talks held in February and consultations within the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) in August.

Details of Patrolling Arrangements

A senior Ministry of Defence source explained, “Both countries have reached an agreement regarding patrolling, primarily focusing on Depsang and Demchok, which contain over five patrol points. However, the agreement is not restricted to these two areas.” Positive progress is underway, and further plans may emerge following a potential meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the BRICS summit.

Disengagement at the Finger Area and Galwan's PP14 occurred two years ago, followed by similar actions at Gogra’s PP17 and Hot Spring’s PP15. Despite these developments, patrolling had remained suspended at these locations. Sources indicate that patrols are set to resume soon at these points, where buffer zones have already been established.

Future Steps and Implications

The implementation of this agreement is still in progress, and further details are anticipated. A defence officer commented, “While immediate troop pullbacks are not expected, the situation is likely to improve over time.” The ongoing collaboration between both sides signifies a mutual commitment to address and resolve border issues, paving the way for a more stable relationship in the future.

In summary, this agreement represents a significant step toward reducing tensions along the LAC and enhancing cooperation between India and China in managing their border disputes.

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India And China Are Close To Resolving 2020 Border Crisis: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

India and China are close to resolving the 2020 border crisis, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said at a press conference on Tuesday. He said a patrolling arrangement is being worked out by both sides. The India-China border standoff, which began in April-May 2020 as Beijing amassed troops in eastern Ladakh, also witnessed bloodshed for the first time since 1975 at the Galwan river valley on the…

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"Unveiling India's Unstoppable Power: How Our Bold Stance in Eastern Ladakh Captivated the World"

Indian Army’s Chief General Manoj Pande stated that the firm and resolute response by Indian troops to Chinese forces during the border standoff in eastern Ladakh has garnered international attention and highlighted the political and military resolve of a rising India. Speaking at an event in New Delhi, Gen Pande also emphasized that China’s belligerence is evident in its efforts to project power…

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China justifies the release of a new map, asks India to stop ‘over interpreting’

China has justified its release of a new map of the country wherein it showed Arunachal Pradesh and Akshai Chin as a part of the Chinese territory. The justification from the Chinese came after the Indian government lodged a strong protest with China over the new map. China has explained that it is a regular exercise and that India should refrain from ‘over-interpreting it’.

On Tuesday, after China released the new map, a protest from India was filed against the action. The Chinese released the map days after Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Prime Miniter Narendra Modi in Johannesburg.

It is expected that Xi will visit India next month for the G20 summit although no official announcement has been made by China so far.

“On August 28, the Ministry of Natural Resources of China released the 2023 edition of the standard map. It is a routine practice in China’s exercise of sovereignty by the law. We hope relevant sides can stay objective and calm, and refrain from over-interpreting the issue,” said a Chinese official from the foreign ministry of China answering a question about the protest lodged by India.

The map is not a new version of Chinese mapping and previously also, China has released the same map. However, the timing of the release when India and China are working towards resolving the military standoff in eastern Ladakh has raised questions about China’s commitment to the exercise.

On Tuesday, the Indian government warned China about taking such steps and said that such steps can complicate the entire process. Foreign Minister S Jaishankar also described the Chinese move as an absurd decision while adding that this is an old habit of the country. “Making absurd claims does not make other people's territories yours," he had said.

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[ad_1] External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the margins of the G20 Summit in Brazil capital city Rio de Janeiro. #WATCH | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: EAM Dr S Jaisankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. EAM says “It is very good to meet on the sidelines of G20. We saw each other recently on the sidelines of BRICS as well. Our contribution to both… pic.twitter.com/uo1NEgkQlT — ANI (@ANI) November 19, 2024 The two leaders discussed regarding progress on border de-escalation. EAM Jaishankar expressed pleasure in meeting his Chinese counterpart on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. He also made note of the meeting between the leaders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan. Jaishankar said, “Our contribution to both platforms was notable in shaping the eventual outcomes. But it was a reminder to us of the importance of our two countries in international politics”. The agreement eased the tense standoff in Eastern Ladakh and set the stage for further diplomatic engagements. Jaishankar and his Chinese counterpart noted the progress in the recent disengagement in Ladakh and exchanged views on the next steps in bilateral ties, according to External Affairs Minister who shared the details of his meeting on social media platform X. “On the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio, met CPC Politburo member and FM Wang Yi of China,” Jaishankar said in his X post. He said that the two leaders “noted the progress in the recent disengagement in the India-China border areas”. On the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio, met CPC Politburo member and FM Wang Yi of China. We noted the progress in the recent disengagement in the India-China border areas. And exchanged views on the next steps in our bilateral ties. Also discussed the global situation. pic.twitter.com/fZDwHlkDQt — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) November 19, 2024 Jaishankar also said that India and China exchanged views on the next steps in the bilateral ties between the two countries and had a discussion on the global situation. The meeting between Jaishankar and Wang Yi came a month after the meeting of Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. Prime Minister Modi during the meeting had stated that ties between the two nations are important for the people of India and China and for regional and global peace and stability. The sentiment was also reiterated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who had earlier said, “At some areas along the LAC, discussions have been ongoing between India and China at both diplomatic and military levels to resolve conflicts. Following recent talks, there has been a broad consensus to restore the ground situation. Jaishankar also said that India and China exchanged views on the next steps in the bilateral ties between the two countries and had a discussion on the global situation. The consensus has developed on the basis of equal and mutual security. The agreement includes rights related to patrolling and grazing in traditional areas”. He added, “Based on this consensus, the disengagement process is nearly complete. We will strive to move beyond just disengagement, but for that, we will need to wait a little longer.” This came after both India and China confirmed that an agreement had been reached between the two nations regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the India-China border areas. The border standoff between India and China began in eastern Ladakh along the LAC in 2020, sparked by Chinese military actions. This incident led to prolonged tensions between the two nations, significantly straining their relations. Meanwhile, India and China are set to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the margins of the G20 Summit in Brazil capital city Rio de Janeiro. #WATCH | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: EAM Dr S Jaisankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. EAM says “It is very good to meet on the sidelines of G20. We saw each other recently on the sidelines of BRICS as well. Our contribution to both… pic.twitter.com/uo1NEgkQlT — ANI (@ANI) November 19, 2024 The two leaders discussed regarding progress on border de-escalation. EAM Jaishankar expressed pleasure in meeting his Chinese counterpart on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. He also made note of the meeting between the leaders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan. Jaishankar said, “Our contribution to both platforms was notable in shaping the eventual outcomes. But it was a reminder to us of the importance of our two countries in international politics”. The agreement eased the tense standoff in Eastern Ladakh and set the stage for further diplomatic engagements. Jaishankar and his Chinese counterpart noted the progress in the recent disengagement in Ladakh and exchanged views on the next steps in bilateral ties, according to External Affairs Minister who shared the details of his meeting on social media platform X. “On the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio, met CPC Politburo member and FM Wang Yi of China,” Jaishankar said in his X post. He said that the two leaders “noted the progress in the recent disengagement in the India-China border areas”. On the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio, met CPC Politburo member and FM Wang Yi of China. We noted the progress in the recent disengagement in the India-China border areas. And exchanged views on the next steps in our bilateral ties. Also discussed the global situation. pic.twitter.com/fZDwHlkDQt — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) November 19, 2024 Jaishankar also said that India and China exchanged views on the next steps in the bilateral ties between the two countries and had a discussion on the global situation. The meeting between Jaishankar and Wang Yi came a month after the meeting of Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. Prime Minister Modi during the meeting had stated that ties between the two nations are important for the people of India and China and for regional and global peace and stability. The sentiment was also reiterated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who had earlier said, “At some areas along the LAC, discussions have been ongoing between India and China at both diplomatic and military levels to resolve conflicts. Following recent talks, there has been a broad consensus to restore the ground situation. Jaishankar also said that India and China exchanged views on the next steps in the bilateral ties between the two countries and had a discussion on the global situation. The consensus has developed on the basis of equal and mutual security. The agreement includes rights related to patrolling and grazing in traditional areas”. He added, “Based on this consensus, the disengagement process is nearly complete. We will strive to move beyond just disengagement, but for that, we will need to wait a little longer.” This came after both India and China confirmed that an agreement had been reached between the two nations regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the India-China border areas. The border standoff between India and China began in eastern Ladakh along the LAC in 2020, sparked by Chinese military actions. This incident led to prolonged tensions between the two nations, significantly straining their relations. Meanwhile, India and China are set to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. [ad_2] Source link

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LAC situation 'generally stable', take long-term view: Chinese defence minister to Rajnath

China's defence ministry on Friday said the situation at the border is “generally stable” amid border row with India. The two sides should take a long-term view, China's Defence Minister General Li Shangfu told his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh.

A day after India gave a strong response to China saying that the violation of the border pacts has "eroded" the entire basis of bilateral ties, China's defence ministry on Friday said the situation at the border is “generally stable”. Both sides should put the boundary issue in an “appropriate position” and promote its transition to “normalised management”, China's defence ministry said.

China's defence minister told his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh that "it is hoped that the two sides will work together to continuously enhance mutual trust between the two militaries".

The statement of the Chinese defence minister, General Li Shangfu, came a day after he held a meeting with his Indian counterpart, Rajnath Singh, where the latter reiterated that violation of existing agreements has eroded the entire basis of bilateral relations and disengagement at the border would logically be followed with de-escalation.

A Chinese Defence Ministry statement issued on Friday said that during the meeting the two sides exchanged views on militaries and bilateral relations, PTI reported.

On Thursday, General Li Shangfu held a 45-minute long meeting with Rajnath Singh on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defence ministers' meeting. This is Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu's first visit to Delhi since the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020.

TWO SIDES SHOULD TAKE LONG-TERM VIEW

General Li Shangfu pointed out that “currently, the situation on the China-India border is generally stable and the two sides have maintained communication through military and diplomatic channels”.

“The two sides should take a long-term view, place the border issue in an appropriate position in bilateral relations, and promote the transition of the border situation to normalised management,” he was quoted as saying by the PTI.

“It is hoped that the two sides will work together to continuously enhance mutual trust between the two militaries and make proper contributions to the development of bilateral relations,” Li told his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh.

WHAT DID INDIA SAY AFTER THE MEETING?

Meanwhile, India, in reference to a 3-year-old standoff along with their disputed border in Ladakh, said China had eroded the “entire basis” of ties between the countries by flouting bilateral agreements.

A communique released after the meeting read: "The Raksha Mantri categorically conveyed that development of relations between India and China is premised on the prevalence of peace and tranquillity at the borders".

"He added that all issues at the LAC need to be resolved in accordance with existing bilateral agreements and commitments. He reiterated that violation of existing agreements has eroded the entire basis of bilateral relations and disengagement at the border will logically be followed with de-escalation," the statement added.

Last week, India and China held the 18th round of Corps Commander-level talks at the Chushul-Moldo meeting point in eastern Ladakh. The two sides discussed confidence-building measures and ways to avoid confrontation at the borders in the coming months.

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