India and China Discuss LAC Situation for Early Resolution

Thursday, 29 August 2024, 19:59

India and China have discussed the situation along LAC to pursue an early resolution, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs. This significant dialogue underscores the ongoing efforts to address outstanding issues and restore normal bilateral relations. The recent meeting reiterates the importance of peace and tranquillity at the LAC as foundational for future cooperation.

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Key Discussions on LAC

India and China, on Thursday, discussed the serious situation along LAC to narrow down differences and find an early resolution to outstanding issues. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that the two sides held a frank, constructive, and forward-looking exchange of views. This 31st meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (WMCC) on India-China Border Affairs took place in Beijing. The last meeting was held in Delhi on July 30.

Delegation Leaders

Gourangalal Das, Joint Secretary for East Asia in the MEA, led the Indian delegation.
Hong Liang, Director General of Boundary & Ocean Affairs Department in Chinese Foreign Affairs, headed the Chinese delegation.

Importance of the Discussions

According to the MEA, during the meeting, there was a reiteration that restoration of peace and tranquillity, and respect for the LAC, are essential for normalizing bilateral relations.

Following the guidance from the foreign ministers’ meetings in Astana and Vientiane in July aimed at accelerating the discussions, this dialogue builds on previous WMCC meetings.

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