India, China near completion of troop disengagement at Depsang, Demchok in Ladakh

North News

New Delhi, October 29

The disengagement process between the Indian Army and its Chinese counterpart in Depsang Plains and Demchok, eastern Ladakh, is anticipated to conclude within a day or two, with 90 percent of the operations already finalised. This includes the withdrawal of troops and removal of infrastructure from both sides, said the sources.

During a recent meeting at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace along the India-China border while fostering mutual trust. They welcomed the agreement to fully disengage troops and resolve the 2020 border standoff, agreeing that disputes must be handled carefully to prevent further tensions. Special Representatives on the boundary issue are set to meet soon to monitor the situation and seek a fair resolution.

Both leaders emphasized that stable India-China relations are vital for regional and global peace and called for enhanced strategic communication to tackle common developmental challenges.

While External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Saturday credited the success of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) patrolling agreement to a combination of military resilience and diplomatic efforts. Speaking to students in Pune, Jaishankar acknowledged that while progress has been made, it remains “a little early” for full normalization of relations with China. He stressed that rebuilding trust will take time, attributing current successes to India’s steadfast resolve in defending its borders amid challenging conditions.