India-China Accord: LAC Patrolling Breakthrough

India and China have reached an agreement on restoring patrolling along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh, marking a significant step toward resolving a military standoff that started in 2020. This move aims to rebuild trust between the two countries ahead of the possible leaders' meeting in Russia.

In a significant diplomatic development, India and China have agreed to resume patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. This breakthrough comes after over four years of military standoff between the two nations.

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the importance of restoring trust between the two sides at a recent defense think-tank event. He expressed hopes of returning to the status quo of April 2020, aiming for phased disengagement, de-escalation, and normal management of the LAC.

The agreement, announced on Monday, follows extensive negotiations. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted that Indian and Chinese soldiers would once again patrol the border as they did before the conflict, ensuring peace and stability in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)