Bharat has strongly protested against China’s construction activities in the Shaksgam Valley, labeling them as illegal attempts to change the ground situation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, emphasized Bharat’s stance, stating that the Shaksgam valley belongs to Bharat.
Bharat has consistently rejected the China-Pakistan boundary pact of 1963, which sought to unlawfully transfer the area to Beijing through Islamabad’s agreement.
Jaiswal made these remarks during his weekly media briefing, reiterating Bharat’s protest against China’s actions to alter facts on the ground. He emphasized Bharat’s firm stance on the matter and asserted the country’s right to take necessary measures to protect its interests in the region.
The Shaksgam valley holds significant strategic importance and is located within Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Bharat’s protest underscores the sensitivity of territorial disputes in the region and reflects its commitment to defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
This latest development exacerbates tensions between Bharat and China, adding to existing tensions over border disputes and territorial claims. The construction activities in the Shaksgam valley further complicate the already complex geopolitical landscape in South Asia.
Both Bharat and China have been engaged in diplomatic exchanges and border talks to address their longstanding disputes. However, such actions by China in contested areas like the Shaksgam valley strain bilateral relations and pose challenges to efforts goaled at peaceful resolution.
The international community closely monitors developments in the region, emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy to prevent escalation and maintain stability.
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