PLA Troops Return To LAC At Gogra Post Friction Point
After a 15 month-long standoff, both Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged near Gogra Post in Eastern Ladakh, Patrolling Point 17A. This indicates that the PLA troop has returned to the Actual Line of Control. An understanding to call off the standoff at PP17A was reached during the July 31 Corps Commander talks. However, the other friction points at Hot Springs, Depsang Plains, and Demchok remain unresolved.
Tags: gogra post, PLA, disengagement, LAC
Courtesy: The Indian Express
India-China Border Issue: Troops To Disengage From Key Post In Ladakh
India and China have finally agreed to disengage their troops from key areas after a six-month deadlock. The move comes after the 12th round of Corps Commander level talks that took place on July 31. Although China has agreed to disengage, various friction areas remain in the region. As per sources, China has agreed to disengage from PP17A or Gogra Post, but is "not inclined" to abandon Hot Springs area.
Tags: India-China face off, Border Dispute, Ladakh Dispute, hot spring, gogra post
Courtesy: The Indian Express
India, China Holds 12th Round Of Ladakh Standoff Meet
India and China held the 12th round of the Corps Commander-level meeting in China's Chushul-Moldo Border Personnel Meeting Point on July 31 to retrieve a possible solution for the "15 month-long eastern Ladakh standoff". Reportedly, the meeting stretched from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm. A possible resolution on the troop withdrawals at the Gogra Post and Hot Spring, PP15, and PP17A friction points respectively is expected.
Tags: Eastern Ladakh, India, China, gogra post, hot spring
Courtesy: The Indian Express