India and China have struck a new deal over the Line of Actual Control in the Himalayas, but will it guarantee peace?
5 months ago

India and China have struck a new deal over the Line of Actual Control in the Himalayas, but will it guarantee peace?

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High in the Himalayas, the Line of Actual Control has been anything but under control for the world powers who oversee it. No border has ever been established along the Himalayan stretch dividing India and China, however, a loosely demarcated 3,380-kilometre-long line, referred to as the Line of Actual Control, splits the two countries. With "something like 100-120,000 troops eyeball-to-eyeball" along the border, she said any deal that tried to avert conflict was welcome, but she said China had breached deals designed to keep the the peace before. India and China reach border deal Photo shows A person walks behind empty seats set up for a conference, with Chinese and Indian flags on the wall Relations between the world's two most populous nations are improving after clashes in the western Himalayas left 20 Indian and four Chinese soldiers dead in 2020. China analyst at Jawaharlal Nehru University, Professor Srikanth Kondapalli, said despite a Chinese push to improve business ties in recent months, he wasn't convinced this deal would help.

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China built significant military infrastructure since 2020 standoff with India: U.S. report
3 months ago

China built significant military infrastructure since 2020 standoff with India: U.S. report

The Hindu  

Throughout 2023, the People’s Liberation Army adopted more coercive actions in the Indo-Pacific region while accelerating its development of capabilities and concepts to strengthen China’s ability to “fight and win wars” against a “strong enemy,” the annual report to the US Congress said, while stating that along the Line of Actual Control China has not scaled back its military presence …

China has not scaled down troop deployment on Indian border, US says
3 months ago

China has not scaled down troop deployment on Indian border, US says

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In a report to Congress, titled “Military and Security …

India, China’s special representatives to meet in Beijing on December 18 to discuss bilateral ties
3 months, 1 week ago

India, China’s special representatives to meet in Beijing on December 18 to discuss bilateral ties

Firstpost  

India and China’s Special Representatives on border issues will meet in Beijing on Wednesday to discuss restoring bilateral relations, following the October 21 agreement to disengage troops in eastern Ladakh India and China’s Special Representatives on border issues will meet in Beijing on Wednesday to discuss restoring bilateral relations, following the October 21 agreement to disengage troops in eastern Ladakh. …

India-China ties on course of some improvement: S Jaishankar after border truce
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India-China ties on course of some improvement: S Jaishankar after border truce

India Today  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that bilateral relations between India and China were on course of some improvement after the successful disengagement agreement along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh. Recent developments that reflect our continuous diplomatic engagement since then have set our ties in the direction of some improvement," he said while briefing the …

Disengagement a Step Towards Normalization: Jaishankar on India-China Border Truce
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Disengagement a Step Towards Normalization: Jaishankar on India-China Border Truce

India Today  

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has expressed optimism about the recent disengagement between Indian and Chinese troops at the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Jaishankar stated that the disengagement was a positive step that could pave the way for further normalization of relations between the two countries. He also highlighted that the disengagement opens up the possibility for other …

India and China start disengaging at Himalayan border after new pact signalling thaw in ties
5 months ago

India and China start disengaging at Himalayan border after new pact signalling thaw in ties

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy India and China started pulling …

PM Modi's Diplomatic Gambit: Resuming Military Patrols in East Ladakh
5 months ago

PM Modi's Diplomatic Gambit: Resuming Military Patrols in East Ladakh

Hindustan Times  

The article highlights the importance of the recently concluded agreement between India and China on the resumption of patrolling in the Depsang Bulge and Demchok areas of East Ladakh. The agreement was a test of the staying power of the Narendra Modi government and the determination and commitment of the Indian Army in most trying conditions. It also provided a …

Himalayan Thaw Sends Shockwaves Across the World: A Multipolar Showdown
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5 months ago

Himalayan Thaw Sends Shockwaves Across the World: A Multipolar Showdown

India Today  

The Himalayan thaw sends shockwaves across the world, with India and China breaking their decades-long border standoff. Both sides have agreed to restore stability on the border, marking a significant shift in their relationship. The timing of the meeting is seen as apt, given the changing geopolitical landscape and the chaos in US domestic politics. The focus on economic cooperation …

India and China reach deal on patrolling contested border region in Himalayas
5 months ago

India and China reach deal on patrolling contested border region in Himalayas

ABC  

India and China have reached a deal on patrolling their disputed frontier to end a four-year military stand-off, according to the Indian foreign minister, paving the way for improved political and business ties between the Asian giants. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, seen here at the 2016 BRICS summit, may meet on the sidelines of …

China Says Troops Have Disengaged In Four Areas of Eastern Ladakh, Including Galwan Valley
6 months, 1 week ago

China Says Troops Have Disengaged In Four Areas of Eastern Ladakh, Including Galwan Valley

News 18  

Highlighting that troops have disengaged at four places in Eastern Ladakh, including Galwan Valley, the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday said India and China have agreed during their meeting in Russia to work together to create conditions for the improvement of bilateral relations. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks on the sidelines of …

India, China Agree To Work On LAC Disengagement, Improve Bilateral Ties
6 months, 1 week ago

India, China Agree To Work On LAC Disengagement, Improve Bilateral Ties

News 18  

Highlighting that troops have disengaged at four places in Eastern Ladakh, including Galwan Valley, the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday said India and China have agreed during their meeting in Russia to work together to create conditions for the improvement of bilateral relations. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks on the sidelines of …

Disengagement of troops in four areas in Eastern Ladakh, says China
6 months, 1 week ago

Disengagement of troops in four areas in Eastern Ladakh, says China

The Hindu  

Highlighting that troops have disengaged at four places in Eastern Ladakh, including Galwan Valley, the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday said India and China have agreed during their meeting in Russia to work together to create conditions for the improvement of bilateral relations. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks on the sidelines of …

Talks with China Going on Well: Rajnath Singh on Eastern Ladakh Border Row
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Talks with China Going on Well: Rajnath Singh on Eastern Ladakh Border Row

News 18  

As the military standoff between India and China drags on along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the talks between the two sides are going on well and indicated hope for a resolution of the lingering row. Asked whether he was hopeful of a positive outcome and an end to the nearly four-year …

'Will Neither Safeguard Peace Nor Ease Tension': China's View as India Adds More Troops at Disputed Border
1 year ago

'Will Neither Safeguard Peace Nor Ease Tension': China's View as India Adds More Troops at Disputed Border

News 18  

China called India’s move to add more troops along its disputed border “not conducive to easing tensions” between New Delhi and Beijing, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry told the media on Friday. Mao also added that “India’s increase in military deployments in border areas does not help to calm the situation in the border areas or to safeguard …

India ‘to send 10,000 more troops to border’ with China and dares Beijing to ‘bat an eyelid’
1 year ago

India ‘to send 10,000 more troops to border’ with China and dares Beijing to ‘bat an eyelid’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Friday said India’s …

India, China in 'Constructive Communication' to Settle Ladakh Standoff: Chinese Military
1 year ago

India, China in 'Constructive Communication' to Settle Ladakh Standoff: Chinese Military

News 18  

China and India have maintained constructive communication to find a mutually acceptable solution to resolve the standoff in eastern Ladakh, the Chinese military has said, underlining that Beijing attaches great importance to ties with New Delhi to jointly maintain peace at the borders. The Indian and Chinese troops are locked in a standoff in certain friction points in eastern Ladakh …

‘Finding equilibrium in ties a test for both India, China’
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Finding equilibrium in ties a test for both India, China’

Hindustan Times  

One of the biggest challenges for both India and China will be to arrive at an equilibrium and then maintain it, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Friday against the backdrop of the dragging standoff between the two sides on the Line of Actual Control. Instead of getting caught up in “mind games” that this is an issue between …

India, China hold fresh round of military talks
1 year, 1 month ago

India, China hold fresh round of military talks

The Hindu  

India and China agreed to maintain "peace and tranquillity" on the ground in border areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh during a fresh round of high-level military talks earlier this week. The 21st round of the India-China corps commander level meeting was held at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point on February 19, the Ministry of External …

India, China hold fresh round of military talks over tensions along LAC in Eastern Ladakh
1 year, 1 month ago

India, China hold fresh round of military talks over tensions along LAC in Eastern Ladakh

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India and China agreed to maintain "peace and tranquillity" on the ground in border areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh during a fresh round of high-level military talks earlier this week. The 21st round of the India-China Corps commander-level meeting was held at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point on February 19, the Ministry of …

India, China hold another WMCC meeting, no sign of breakthrough
1 year, 3 months ago

India, China hold another WMCC meeting, no sign of breakthrough

Hindustan Times  

India and China held another round of diplomatic talks on Thursday on the dragging border standoff in the Ladakh sector of the Line of Actual Control, though there were no immediate signs of a breakthrough in resolving friction points on the disputed frontier. The two sides reviewed the situation along the LAC in the Western Sector of the India-China border …

Review: Understanding the India China Border: The Enduring Threat of War in the High Himalayas by Manoj Joshi
1 year, 7 months ago

Review: Understanding the India China Border: The Enduring Threat of War in the High Himalayas by Manoj Joshi

Hindustan Times  

The 72-day Doklam crisis was a turning point in the matter of the disputed border called the Line of Actual Control between India and China as it facilitated the People’s Liberation Army’s passage from border management to war preparation. Not only did China succeed in this, but it also managed to “shake Bhutan loose from the close embrace of India, …

India Took A Clear Stand On China & BRI: EAM S Jaishankar
1 year, 9 months ago

India Took A Clear Stand On China & BRI: EAM S Jaishankar

ABP News  

New Delhi: India has not shied away and taken a “clear stand” on some of the crucial geopolitical developments be it the Russia-Ukraine War or China’s military actions at the Line of Actual Control and Beijing’s promotion of Belt and Road Initiative, according to External Affairs Minister. “We have taken a clear stand with the Ukraine issue … We have …

India, China Hold In-Person Diplomatic Talks in New Delhi Amid Eastern Ladakh Row
1 year, 9 months ago

India, China Hold In-Person Diplomatic Talks in New Delhi Amid Eastern Ladakh Row

News 18  

India and China on Wednesday held in-person diplomatic talks here and discussed proposals for disengagement in the remaining friction points along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh in a “frank and open manner”. The Ministry of External Affairs said both sides agreed to hold 19th round of high-level military talks at an early date to achieve the objective …

Eastern Ladakh row: India, China look to LAC resolution to ‘enable progress’ in ties
1 year, 11 months ago

Eastern Ladakh row: India, China look to LAC resolution to ‘enable progress’ in ties

The Hindu  

India and China on Sunday held “frank and in-depth” talks on the two remaining friction areas on the Line of Actual Control, and days ahead of the first visit by the Chinese Defence Minister to New Delhi since the start of the border crisis, agreed that restoring peace along the border areas would “enable progress” in recently strained relations. China’s …

India, China agree to work out mutually acceptable resolution along eastern Ladakh near LAC
1 year, 11 months ago

India, China agree to work out mutually acceptable resolution along eastern Ladakh near LAC

India TV News  

India-China talks: India and China after the 18th round of Corps Commander Level talks held at Chushul-Moldo border on the Chinese side, agreed to maintain security and stability on the ground in the Western Sector. The two sides agreed to stay in close contact and maintain dialogue through military and diplomatic channels and work out a mutually acceptable resolution of …

Situation with China fragile, dangerous in the Himalayan front: Jaishankar
2 years ago

Situation with China fragile, dangerous in the Himalayan front: Jaishankar

The Hindu  

The situation between India and China in the western Himalayan region of Ladakh is fragile and dangerous, with military forces deployed very close to each other in some parts, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar said on March 18. “The situation to my mind still remains very fragile because there are places where our deployments are very close up and in …

Indian military may strike Pakistan in case of terrorist attack, warns US intelligence
2 years ago

Indian military may strike Pakistan in case of terrorist attack, warns US intelligence

Firstpost  

The report also warned that a potential conflict between India and China or Pakistan may spark repercussions that may require the immediate attention of the United States, especially In the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war Washington: The US Director of National Intelligence has warned that India may respond with a military strike if Pakistan orchestrates a terrorist attack in the …

Border Issues Should be Put in Proper Place, Work for Its Early Normalisation: China to India
2 years ago

Border Issues Should be Put in Proper Place, Work for Its Early Normalisation: China to India

News 18  

India and China should put the boundary issue in the “proper place” in bilateral relations and work together to bring the situation at their borders ”under normalised management” as soon as possible, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang conveyed to his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar, the foreign ministry said here on Friday. Qin’s first in-person meeting with Jaishankar on Thursday came …

India, China foreign ministers hold talks to mend ties
2 years ago

India, China foreign ministers hold talks to mend ties

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The foreign ministers of India …

India and China caught in vicious cycle to secure the Himalayan heights
2 years, 1 month ago

India and China caught in vicious cycle to secure the Himalayan heights

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 09, 2023 10:35 IST The Doklam crisis of 2017 is a watershed in the heightened preparations for war in the Himalaya along the 4,000-km Line of Actual Control that denotes the Sino-Indian border. The clash on the Galwan River and the Chinese blockades at various points along the LAC in eastern Ladakh led to an Indian response …

More Indian-Chinese troops clashes expected in Ladakh as Beijing…: Report
2 years, 1 month ago

More Indian-Chinese troops clashes expected in Ladakh as Beijing…: Report

Hindustan Times  

There could be more skirmishes between Indian and Chinese soldiers along their contested frontier in Ladakh as Beijing ramped up military infrastructure in the region, news agency Reuters reported citing a security assessment by the police. The relations between India and China nosedived significantly following the fierce clash in the Galwan Valley Ladakh in June 2020 that marked the most …

Greenpiece: All across Himalayas, India needs to rethink
2 years, 2 months ago

Greenpiece: All across Himalayas, India needs to rethink

Hindustan Times  

The saga of Joshimath sinking is exactly the chronicle of a death foretold. In fact, it’s been foretold for 30 years, from a 1976 MC Misra Commission report to the 2006 report from the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology. All across the Himalayas, India needs to rethink. While military needs are paramount, the safety and sustainability for local people must …

DC Edit | Put curbs on China trade to check border mischief
2 years, 3 months ago

DC Edit | Put curbs on China trade to check border mischief

Deccan Chronicle  

Referring to the Chinese thrust in Arunachal Pradesh in the early hours of December 9, which is agitating the nation since the two-year-old military misdemeanours of Xi Jinping’s China in eastern Ladakh are yet to be resolved, defence minister Rajnath Singh informed both Houses of Parliament on Tuesday that Chinese soldiers tried to “unilaterally alter the status quo” along the …

Tawang Clash: India Should Prepare For War, If It Wants Peace At China Borders - News18
2 years, 3 months ago

Tawang Clash: India Should Prepare For War, If It Wants Peace At China Borders - News18

News 18  

Common sense says China would not make the mistake of attacking India, a rising power with a military that is among the best in the world. In fact, if one looks closely at the infrastructural development pursued by China in the last decade, and especially since 2020, it becomes obvious that Xi Jinping has a bigger and more ambitious Himalayan …

Peace and tranquillity in border areas essential for normal ties between India and China: Jaishankar to Chinese envoy
2 years, 4 months ago

Peace and tranquillity in border areas essential for normal ties between India and China: Jaishankar to Chinese envoy

Firstpost  

In his farewell remarks outgoing Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said it is natural for China and India to have some differences but the focus should be to seek common ground for development while resolving the pending issues through dialogue New Delhi: Peace and tranquillity in the border areas are essential for normal ties between India and China, External Affairs Minister …

DC Edit | Rajnath’s assertion on India’s strength timely
2 years, 8 months ago

DC Edit | Rajnath’s assertion on India’s strength timely

Deccan Chronicle  

Using the platform of the Vijay Diwas celebrations to mark the 23rd anniversary of the victory of the Indian Army over Pakistani intrusion in Kargil, defence minister Rajnath Singh asserted with pride that India was a strong nation that does not bend or bow, and was fully capable of defending its territory against any hostile attempt to transgress into our …

Why India-China stand-off in eastern Ladakh is unlikely to end soon
2 years, 8 months ago

Why India-China stand-off in eastern Ladakh is unlikely to end soon

India Today  

Yet another round of military commanders’ meeting—the 16th in the series—between India and China last week has failed to defuse tensions between the two sides along their Himalayan borders. Military observers believe the standoff along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh is going to continue in the months ahead since Beijing will not take any decision before the crucial …

India-China military talks: Focus on disengagement in remaining friction points in eastern Ladakh
2 years, 8 months ago

India-China military talks: Focus on disengagement in remaining friction points in eastern Ladakh

India TV News  

India-China military talks: Focus on disengagement in remaining friction points in eastern Ladakh India-China military talks: In the discussions that lasted for around 12-and-a-half hours, the Indian delegation also insisted on the restoration of the status quo ante as of April 2020 -- before the start of the military standoff, people familiar with the development said. Highlights Indian delegation also …

Eastern Ladakh row: India, China to hold 16th round of military talks today
2 years, 8 months ago

Eastern Ladakh row: India, China to hold 16th round of military talks today

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India and China will hold the 16th round of high-level military talks on Sunday with an aim to resolve the outstanding issues in remaining friction points along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh. In the fresh round of talks, the Indian side is expected to press for disengagement of troops as soon as possible in all …

India, China To Hold 16th Round Of Talks Today To Discuss Issues In Depsang Bulge & Demchok
2 years, 8 months ago

India, China To Hold 16th Round Of Talks Today To Discuss Issues In Depsang Bulge & Demchok

ABP News  

New Delhi: India and China will hold a fresh round of talks in Ladakh on the Indian side of the Line of Actual Control in the region today. India has been pressing for quick disengagement of troops from all the remaining friction points in eastern Ladakh, insisting that peace and tranquillity along the border are prerequisites for progress in overall …

Ladakh standoff: India-China to hold military talks on July 17 on Indian side of LAC
2 years, 8 months ago

Ladakh standoff: India-China to hold military talks on July 17 on Indian side of LAC

India TV News  

Ladakh standoff: India-China to hold military talks on July 17 on Indian side of LAC The Ladakh border standoff between the armies of India and China erupted on May 5, 2020, following a violent clash in the Pangong lake areas. Highlights The 16th round of military talks between India and China will be held on July 17 India has been …

Eastern Ladakh Row: India, China Likely to Hold 16th Round of Military Talks on July 17
2 years, 8 months ago

Eastern Ladakh Row: India, China Likely to Hold 16th Round of Military Talks on July 17

News 18  

India and China are likely to hold the 16th round of high-level military talks on July 17 to resolve the issues in remaining friction points along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh, people familiar with the development said on Wednesday. The situation in eastern Ladakh figured prominently in last week’s talks between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and …

Maintaining good relationship meets interests of both nations: Chinese Defence Minister on India
2 years, 9 months ago

Maintaining good relationship meets interests of both nations: Chinese Defence Minister on India

India Today  

China and India are neighbours and maintaining a good relationship meets the interests of both countries, Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe said on Sunday, stressing that the two nations are working together for peace along the Line of Actual Control. “China and India are neighbours and maintaining a good relationship meets the interests of both countries. Madan had asked …

India carefully monitors developments along border: Govt after US remark
2 years, 9 months ago

India carefully monitors developments along border: Govt after US remark

Live Mint  

The government of India has been carefully monitoring developments along its border areas, including the construction of infrastructure by the Chinese side in the eastern Ladakh sector, said external affairs ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday. He also stated that the government of India has taken various measures in recent years to develop infrastructure along the border areas to not …

'India Won't Spare Anyone If Harmed': Rajnath Singh's Stern Warning To China Amid Ladakh Standoff
2 years, 11 months ago

'India Won't Spare Anyone If Harmed': Rajnath Singh's Stern Warning To China Amid Ladakh Standoff

ABP News  

New Delhi: In a stern message to China, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that India will not spare anyone if harmed asserting that the country has emerged as a powerful country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Additionally, Singh also sent a subtle message to the United States, which has raised eyebrows over India's trade …

Opinion | Ladakh: Will India, China agree to end the border standoff?
3 years ago

Opinion | Ladakh: Will India, China agree to end the border standoff?

India TV News  

There are clear indications that the two-year-old standoff between Indian and Chinese armies on the Ladakh border may end soon. According to India TV Defence Editor Manish Prasad, his sources have confirmed that peace will return to Ladakh border soon and tension between both armies may come to an end. India’s aggressive stand on the Ladakh border standoff, coupled with …

Outstanding issues, including Kashmir, should be resolved through dialogue: Pak PM ahead of China visit
3 years, 1 month ago

Outstanding issues, including Kashmir, should be resolved through dialogue: Pak PM ahead of China visit

India Today  

Ahead of his visit to China, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that for "enduring peace" in South Asia it is essential that a "strategic balance" is maintained in the region and all "outstanding issues" like border questions and the Kashmir issue be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy and according to norms of international law. “It is our common …

India, China hold 14th round of military talks to resolve eastern Ladakh standoff
3 years, 2 months ago

India, China hold 14th round of military talks to resolve eastern Ladakh standoff

Firstpost  

The 14th round of Corps Commander-level talks are taking place at the Chushul-Moldo border point on the Chinese side of the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh, they said. New Delhi: After a gap of over three months, India and China on Wednesday are holding another round of high-level military talks to resolve the 20-month-long military standoff in the …

India, China hold 14th round of military talks to resolve eastern Ladakh standoff
3 years, 2 months ago

India, China hold 14th round of military talks to resolve eastern Ladakh standoff

India TV News  

After a gap of over three months, India and China on Wednesday are holding another round of high-level military talks to resolve the 20-month-long military standoff in the remaining friction points in eastern Ladakh, sources in the security establishment said. The 14th round of Corps Commander-level talks are taking place at the Chushul-Moldo border point on the Chinese side of …

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