De-escalation on the Roof of the World: India-China Troop Disengagement

India and China have initiated the withdrawal of troops from contentious points along their shared Himalayan border. This comes after an agreement to resolve a prolonged military standoff, potentially fostering enhanced political and business relationships between the two major Asian powers.

India and China are currently withdrawing their troops from various stand-off areas along their disputed Himalayan border, according to a source within the Indian government.

This significant development comes after both nuclear-armed countries negotiated an agreement earlier this week, aimed at managing patrols and thus ending a tense four-year military standoff.

The resolution of this border issue could lead to improved political and commercial relations, creating the potential for stronger ties between the Asian giants.

(With inputs from agencies.)