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  • Mar 26, 2024
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CHINA CONTINUES TO HARP ON ITS CLAIM OVER ARUNACHAL PRADESH

Why in the news?

China asserts claim over Arunachal Pradesh, despite Indian rejection, leading to ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries.

source:wordpress

Understanding the China’s Asserted Claim:

  • China persists in claiming Arunachal Pradesh as its territory, despite India’s rejection of the claim as “absurd” and “ludicrous.”
  • Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian reiterated the claim on March 25, responding to India’s dismissal of China’s assertions.
  • Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar labelled China’s claims as “ludicrous” during a lecture at the Institute of South Asian Studies, affirming Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India.
About Line of Actual Control (LAC):

●   India-China border lacks clear demarcation, no agreed Line of Actual Control (LAC) in some areas.

●   Established after the 1962 war.

●   Divided into Western, Middle, and Eastern sectors.

Note:

●   Aksai Chin: China administers as part of Xinjiang, India claims as part of Ladakh, significant for its proximity to CPEC and military potential.

●   Arunachal Pradesh: China claims as “South Tibet,” India administers as northeastern state, integral part of its territory.