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India, China mulling withdrawal of troops from Gogra in Ladakh
The final decision on withdrawal of troops from Patrolling Point (PP) 17A in Gogra would be taken up by the top officials. Both the countries are also evaluating the interim arrangements suggested during the 12 rounds of Corp Commander-level meeting on July 31. On July 31, India and China military delegates deliberated for almost nine hours to resolve border crisis at Moldo in the Ladakh region.
India, China agree to resolve remaining border dispute
On July 31, India and China military delegates deliberated for almost nine hours to resolve border crisis at Moldo in the Ladakh region. The Indian Army stated that this round of meeting was held following the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of India and People's Republic of China on July 14 in Dushanbe and the 22nd meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) held on June 25.
Indian Army, Chinese PLA set up hotline to enhance mutual trust
The Indian Army in a statement said that a hotline was established between Indian Army in Kongra La, North Sikkim and PLA at Khamba Dzong in Tibetan Autonomous Region to further the spirit of trust and cordial relations along the borders. "The event coincided with the PLA Day on August 1, 2021," the Indian Army stated.
India, China militaries discuss border crisis for nine hours
Both the forces have not come out with any statement so far, but sources said that both sides are keen on early disengagement at the other friction areas. The talks started at 10: 30 am and continued for nine long hours. The talks are happening after a gap of three months. Indian military delegates are discussing disengagement at friction areas like Hot Springs, Gogra and the 900 sq km Depsang plains.
India, China militaries hold talks to resolve border dispute
Indian military delegates are discussing disengagement at friction areas like Hot Springs, Gogra and 900 square km Depsang plains. Indian delegation is led by Leh-based XIV Corps chief Lt Gen P.G.K. Menon and Additional Secretary (East Asia) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Naveen Srivastava. The Chinese military delegation is led by Commander of the PLA's Western Theatre Command Xu Qiling, who was appointed earlier this month.
India, China to hold 12th round of military-level talks on Saturday
"The talks will begin at 10.30 am," said a military source. The latest round of talks will take place after a gap of three months. Indian military delegates will meet their counterparts to discuss disengagement of troops at the friction areas such as the Hot Springs, Gogra and the Depsang plains spread over 900 sq km land. India has insisted during the recent military commander-level meetings to resolve all the issues along the LAC.
India, China to soon hold military talks to resolve border issues
Sources said that China had expressed their availability for military commander level talks on July 26, but India has asked for fresh dates as the Indian forces are occupied with Kargil Vijay Diwas events. Indian military delegates will meet to discuss disengagement at the friction areas such as Hot Springs, Gogra and the 900 sq km Depsang plains.
Border dispute with China to rock Parliament
This was apparent after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met two former defence ministers -- A.K. Antony and Sharad Pawar -- on Friday, just three days ahead of the session. Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat and Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane were also present during the meeting. Singh met them amid the ongoing de-escalation talks with China.
Prolonged situation in Ladakh negatively impacting ties between India and China: Jaishankar
Jaishankar met the State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China, Wang Yi, on the sidelines of SCO Foreign Ministers' meet in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Recalling their last meeting in Moscow in September 2020, the External Affairs Minister emphasised the need to follow through on the agreement reached then and complete the disengagement process.
Piyush Goyal appointed Leader of House in Rajya Sabha
In the coming monsoon session starting from July 19, Goyal will take the place of Thaawarchand Gehlot, who has been appointed governor of Karnataka. Earlier, Goyal held the post of deputy leader of house in Rajya Sabha, when Gehlot was leader of house. As deputy leader of the house, Goyal had played an active part in the ruling party's efforts to manage the floor of the house.
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