India-China Relations: The Path to De-escalation After Disengagement

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discusses the completion of troop disengagement along the LAC with China, urging focus on de-escalation to improve relations. He stresses the complexity of Indo-China ties and refutes a reset of relations despite recent agreements and patrolling resumptions.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced the conclusion of troop disengagement with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, suggesting that de-escalation should now be the primary focus to ease tensions.

Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit, Jaishankar considered the completion of disengagement as merely resolving a part of the ongoing issue. He added that it is premature to declare a complete reset in Sino-Indian relations despite the recent progress.

While discussing the divergent views within the Indian government on engaging economically with China, Jaishankar reiterated that the overall policy is comprehensive and considers multiple perspectives while maintaining a balanced approach.

(With inputs from agencies.)