India china agree expeditious disengagement doklam border dispute
A significant development!
On November 11, 2020, India and China announced that they had reached an agreement on an "expeditious disengagement" of troops from the Doklam plateau, which has been a contentious border dispute between the two countries.
Here are the key points:
- Disengagement: The agreement calls for the disengagement of troops from the Doklam plateau, which is a strategic location in the Himalayas that has been a flashpoint for tensions between India and China.
- Expeditious: The disengagement process is expected to be completed in a "expeditious" manner, with both sides agreeing to withdraw their troops from the area.
- Verification: The agreement also provides for verification mechanisms to ensure that the disengagement is carried out in a transparent and mutually acceptable manner.
- No permanent presence: The agreement does not provide for a permanent presence of troops in the Doklam plateau, which has been a key demand of India.
- Next steps: The agreement is seen as a significant step forward in resolving the border dispute, and both sides have agreed to work towards a "long-term solution" to the issue.
The Doklam plateau has been a source of tension between India and China since 2017, when Chinese troops began constructing a road in the area, which India saw as a threat to its national security. The standoff led to a 73-day military face-off between the two countries, which was eventually resolved through diplomatic efforts.
The agreement is seen as a significant achievement for both countries, as it marks a step towards reducing tensions and improving relations between them. However, the road ahead is still uncertain, and it remains to be seen whether the disengagement process will be completed smoothly and whether the two countries can work towards a long-term solution to the border dispute.