The disengagement process between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is expected to be completed by October 28-29, as per sources from the Indian Army. This latest agreement specifically focuses on the Depsang and Demchok areas, with no immediate effect on other friction points.
Indian Army and Chinese Army to complete disengagement by October 28-29 of this month: Indian Army sources pic.twitter.com/i0hhcC19xu
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What the Disengagement Involves
As per the agreement, troops from both sides will return to the positions they held prior to April 2020. Patrolling will resume along the same routes used before the standoff, with both nations committing to coordinated communication on patrol schedules to avoid misunderstandings. Temporary infrastructure such as tents and other structures will be dismantled, and both India and China will continue monitoring the areas.
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A Gradual Resolution to the Ladakh Standoff
This disengagement agreement follows extensive diplomatic negotiations, culminating in a recent bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. The disengagement began with both sides removing temporary structures at Depsang and Demchok and marks a significant step in managing the nearly four-year standoff that has affected the relationship between these two neighboring powers.
Looking Back: LAC Tensions Since 2020
Relations between India and China saw a sharp decline after the violent clashes in Galwan Valley in June 2020, marking one of the most serious incidents along the LAC in decades. The current disengagement plan reflects the ongoing commitment by both sides to address these issues peacefully and maintain stability in the region.
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