India and China reviewed the situation in the border areas at the 34th meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs held in New Delhi yesterday. The Indian delegation was led by Joint Secretary (East Asia), Gourangalal Das. The Chinese delegation was led by the Director General of the Boundary and Oceanic Affairs Department of the Chinese Foreign Affairs Ministry, Hong Liang.

They expressed satisfaction with the general prevalence of peace and tranquillity in the border areas, leading to the gradual normalisation of bilateral relations. They agreed to maintain regular exchanges and contacts on issues related to boundary affairs at the diplomatic and military levels through established mechanisms. To advance effective border management and sustain peace and tranquillity, the two sides deliberated on various measures as explored during the previous round of Special Representatives’ Talks and the 33rd meeting of WMCC. The two sides also prepared for the next round of the Special Representatives’ Talks on the India-China Boundary Question to be held in India later this year.

The leader of the Chinese delegation also called on Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri.