Unresolved Issues Umbra India-China Ties Despite Progress in Border Disengagement

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar indicates that 75% of disengagement issues between India and China are resolved, but militarization of the frontier persists. In an interaction in Switzerland, he emphasized the impact of the Galwan Valley clashes on bilateral ties and the need for peace for relations to normalize.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced in Geneva that approximately 75% of the disengagement issues along the India-China border have been resolved. However, he pointed out that increased militarization remains a significant concern.

Addressing an interactive session at the Geneva Centre for Security Policy, Jaishankar highlighted the profound impact the Galwan Valley clashes of June 2020 have had on bilateral relations. He emphasized that restoring peace at the border is essential for improving overall ties.

While there has been some progress, Jaishankar noted that a full resolution requires addressing not only immediate border issues but also larger trade and diplomatic concerns. He underlined that India's relationship with China cannot be considered normal until these core issues are addressed.

(With inputs from agencies.)