Arunachal Pradesh is a northeastern Indian state that China claims as part of its own territory. The two countries have a long-standing border dispute that has resulted in several military clashes in the past.
Rai’s visit on April 8 was to review security arrangements along the border with China. The move was part of India’s efforts to increase its military presence in the region in response to China’s growing assertiveness.
China accused India of “persistent attempts to undermine China’s territorial integrity” and called on India to “stop any action that may complicate the situation.”
India and China have been engaged in a tense standoff along their shared border since May 2020. The two sides have held several rounds of talks to try to resolve the dispute, but progress has been slow.
The recent visit by the Indian minister is likely to escalate tensions between the two countries. India has previously accused China of territorial aggression, while China has accused India of supporting separatist movements in Tibet and Xinjiang.
The dispute over Arunachal Pradesh is likely to continue for the foreseeable future, with both countries claiming sovereignty over the region. The situation highlights the challenges facing India and China as they seek to manage their complex relationship and resolve their long-standing border dispute.
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