What went down: On Tuesday, during the 24th round of talks on the boundary question, China’s Special Representative Wang Yi (member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs) and India’s Special Representative Shri Ajit Doval (national security advisor) sat down for open, strategic chats. The vibe? All about peace and stability along the border. ✌️
They hammered out a 10-point consensus that's all about keeping calm, boosting cooperation, and laying the groundwork for future progress. Here’s the TL;DR:
- Positive progress & stable border since the last talks
- Resolving issues via friendly consultations to boost relations
- Seeking a fair framework under 2005 political guidelines
- Forming an expert group for border demarcation
- Setting up a working group for border management & control
- Launching general-level talks in all boundary sectors
- Coordinating diplomatic & military channels for de-escalation
- Cooperating on cross-boundary rivers & sharing hydrological data 🌊
- Reopening three traditional boundary trade markets 🛒
- Scheduling the 25th round of talks in the Chinese mainland in 2026
Why it matters: For news enthusiasts, this consensus signals a fresh push to keep one of Asia’s most sensitive borders chill. For pros, it highlights solid diplomatic steps that could ease trade and investment vibes. And for young explorers, it might mean more open markets and safer journeys near border towns. 🌏
Up next: The 25th round lands in the Chinese mainland in 2026. Stay tuned for more updates—this border saga is far from over! 🚀
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10-point consensus reached during China-India boundary meeting
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