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In response to inquiries regarding Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's remarks on allegations related to a Khalistani separatist leader, Jaiswal reiterated India's readiness to investigate any specific information provided by Canada. However, he emphasized the lack of concrete evidence shared with India thus far, cautioning against politicizing the issue.

Held in Beijing, this pivotal engagement underscored the commitment of both sides to navigate toward resolution in the Western Sector of the India-China border areas. Led by a delegation spearheaded by the Joint Secretary (East Asia) from the MEA on the Indian front, and the Director General of the Boundary and Oceanic Department of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs representing China, the discussions delved into avenues for substantive progress.

Jaishankar underscored India's unwavering commitment to seeking a fair and reasonable resolution that respects agreements and acknowledges the Line of Actual Control.

This decision arrives amidst the anticipation of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, expected to be announced by mid-month.

As per sources, the incident was brought to attention three days ago, prompting the Indian Navy to launch an inquiry into the matter.

Continuing the trajectory set by preceding discussions, the focus remained on achieving comprehensive disengagement across the remaining sectors along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. Such an endeavor is deemed indispensable for reinstating peace and tranquility in the border regions shared by India and China, according to the MEA statement.

Responding to a question about the progress in boundary talks between China and Bhutan and its potential security implications for India, Gen Pande highlighted the mutual security concerns shared by India and Bhutan.

The two sides exchanged views in a frank, open and constructive manner for an early and mutually acceptable resolution of the remaining issues along the LAC in the Western Sector, in accordance with the guidance provided by the national leadership of the two countries, and building on the progress made in the last round of Corps commanders' meeting held on August 13 and 14, it said.

He also attached a multicolored map demarcating several regions as 'occupied' areas including Tibet. The apparent dig was in response to China releasing a map on August 28, what it called the "2023 edition of the standard map of China" showing Aksai Chin and whole of Arunachal Pradesh within its territory, according to reports quoting local Chinese media.

The talks were held to resolve the standoff in eastern Ladakh, in which India was represented by Major General PK Mishra and Major General Hariharan. The talks were held to resolve the ongoing deadlock in Ladakh's Depsang ground and Demchok area.