India and China have reached a milestone agreement regarding the Line of Actual Control (LAC). As per the announcement by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, both countries have completed the process of troop withdrawal and will now return to the patrolling system that existed before 2020. This marks a significant step in de-escalating tensions along the disputed border.
Key areas of concern such as Demchok and Depsang have also been resolved, following the withdrawal process. Jaishankar revealed these developments during a press conference after returning from a diplomatic tour abroad, saying, “The task of military disengagement with China is now complete.”
He further mentioned that India and China will now resume patrolling duties in the disputed area, following the pattern in place before the standoff that began in 2020. This decision comes after extensive talks and meetings held between Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the BRICS Summit.
India’s decision was publicly announced just hours before a scheduled meeting between Modi and Xi Jinping, showing that bilateral relations are moving towards a more stable phase. Jaishankar concluded by expressing optimism about the improvement of diplomatic relations, highlighting that the resolution will benefit both nations in managing future border conflicts.
Key Highlights:
Future patrolling duties to resume as per the 2020 agreement.
India-China agreement on LAC dispute resolution.
Troop disengagement completed and patrolling restored to pre-2020 levels.
Demchok and Depsang border disputes resolved.
Announced during BRICS Summit and ahead of Modi-Xi Jinping meeting.
