April 26, 2024 12:24 (IST)
Indo-China border personnel meet on new year
Udhampur, Jan 1 (IBNS): A ceremonial 'Border Personnel Meeting' was held on Thursday between Indian Army and Chinese PLA personnel on the occasion of new year.
The two delegations met on the Chinese side of the Line of Actual Control in the Chushul sector.
This meeting marked an improvement of relations between border troops of India and China and helped to enhance the bonhomie between border troops along the Line of Actual Control, a government statement said.
The Indian delegation participated in the celebrations of “New Year” with enthusiasm and gusto.
The festivities included a ceremonial address by both delegation leaders which was composed of exchange of greetings, wishes, vote of thanks and reflected the mutual desire of maintaining and improving relations at the functional level at the border.
Thereafter, a cultural programme showcasing the vibrant Chinese culture and traditional grandeur was organised.
Both the delegations interacted in a free, congenial and cordial environment.
The delegations parted amidst feeling of friendship and commitment towards enhancing the existing cordial relations and maintaining peace along the Line of Actual Control.
Both sides also committed themselves to upholding the treaties and agreements signed between the governments of the two countries to maintain peace and tranquility along the Line of Actual Control.
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