Rajnath Singh SCO Summit / Will India and China resolve the dispute? Rajnath Singh revealed the formula

Rajnath Singh SCO Summit: India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh arrived to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit held in Qingdao city of China, where he had an important meeting with his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun. In this meeting, detailed discussions were held to prevent recurrence of border disputes between the two countries, especially incidents like Galwan Valley.

Four-point formula: Direction for the future

In the meeting, Rajnath Singh presented a four-point formula on behalf of India, which aims to restore stability and trust in India-China relations:

Disengagement - Full and strict adherence to the 2024 disengagement agreement.

Reducing tensions - Continuous dialogue and vigilance to reduce tensions on the borders.

Demarcation and delimitation - Speed ​​up the process of border demarcation by resolving border disputes.

Special Representative Level Mechanism - Strengthening the existing dialogue mechanism and moving towards a concrete solution.

What is the disengagement plan for 2024?

This plan was adopted by the two countries in October 2024 after the violent clash in Galwan in 2020. In this, patrolling borders were fixed on the basis of mutually agreed upon lines on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to prevent military confrontation.

Discussion on terrorism and 'Operation Sindoor'

Rajnath Singh informed China about the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which innocent civilians were targeted. Along with this, he also shared information about Operation Sindoor launched by India against Pakistan-based terrorist networks.

Talks of restoration of trust and cooperation

India's Defense Ministry said after the meeting that both sides have agreed to continue using existing mechanisms to reduce tensions and ensure the withdrawal of troops. Singh also said that "a cordial atmosphere between neighboring countries is essential" and it is important for stability in Asia and the world.

Resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Rajnath Singh lauded the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra after a gap of five years, citing the occasion as the 75th anniversary of India-China diplomatic relations.