New Era of Diplomacy: India and China Troop Disengagement

Indian and Chinese troops have completed disengagement at friction points in eastern Ladakh, aiming to reduce tensions since the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. The agreement, endorsed by leaders Modi and Xi, marks a diplomatic triumph and a step towards restoring pre-2020 patrolling levels along the LAC.

In a landmark development, Indian and Chinese troops have finalized disengagement at two key friction points in eastern Ladakh, Army sources confirmed on Wednesday. The agreement marks a significant step towards reducing tensions following the fierce Galwan Valley clash in 2020.

A series of diplomatic and military negotiations facilitated this breakthrough. Notably, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping formally endorsed the pact at the recent BRICS Summit, emphasizing the importance of proper management of disputes to maintain peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

As part of the agreement, areas are to revert to pre-April 2020 patrolling status, with plans for regular exchanges, including cultural gestures like the exchange of sweets on Diwali. This move signals a renewed commitment to restoring bilateral relations and exploring future cooperation opportunities.

(With inputs from agencies.)