The 24th round of China-India boundary talks concluded on Tuesday with both sides reaching a 10-point consensus aimed at strengthening peace, border management, and bilateral cooperation.
China’s Special Representative Wang Yi and India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval led the discussions, held under the strategic guidance of their leaders. Both nations highlighted the importance of maintaining stability along the boundary and addressing disputes through constructive dialogue.
Key Consensus Points
The two sides acknowledged that border regions have remained peaceful since the last round of talks and agreed to work towards a fair and mutually acceptable framework for resolving the boundary issue, in line with political guiding principles set in 2005.
Among the notable outcomes:
New Mechanisms: Two expert groups will be formed under the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC), one on demarcation negotiations and another on border management.
General-Level Talks Expansion: In addition to ongoing discussions in the western sector, talks will now cover the eastern and central sectors.
De-escalation Efforts: Both sides will strengthen the use of diplomatic and military communication channels to prevent tensions.
River Cooperation: China agreed to share emergency hydrological data with India on cross-boundary rivers, while talks will continue, renewing the flood-reporting MoU.
Trade Revival: Three traditional border trade markets will be reopened.
Future Talks: The 25th round of talks will be held in China in 2026.
Commitment to Bilateral Ties
Both representatives reaffirmed that maintaining peace along the border is crucial for the overall development of China-India relations. The consensus reflects ongoing efforts to balance security concerns with opportunities for cooperation in trade, water management, and cross-border exchanges.
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