China, India implement measures to resolve eastern Ladakh standoff
The two countries are working together to maintain peace and tranquility in the border areas following disengagement talks
The Chinese Defence Ministry confirmed on Thursday that the militaries of India and China are working to implement resolutions to end the standoff in eastern Ladakh in a "comprehensive and effective manner." Chinese Defence Ministry spokesperson Sr Col Wu Qian stated during a media briefing that both militaries are addressing border issues constructively. He added, "We are ready to work with the Indian side to jointly preserve peace and tranquility in the border areas."
India and China completed the disengagement process late last year, finalizing a pact for the withdrawal of troops from Depsang and Demchok, the last two friction points in eastern Ladakh, effectively ending over four years of strained relations. Following the agreement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Kazan, Russia, on October 23, where they agreed to revive various dialogue mechanisms.
Subsequently, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the 23rd Special Representative dialogue in Beijing on December 18, 2024. On January 26, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited Beijing and held discussions with his Chinese counterpart Sun Weidong under the "Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister" framework.
Following these discussions, both nations are working towards normalizing bilateral relations. India has consistently maintained that full normalization of ties with China is contingent on peace being restored in the border areas.
