India China Border Personnel Meeting at Chinese Border opposite Chushul

Jammu/Leh, May 1 (Scoop News) – At the invitation of the People Liberation Army, a Border Personnel Meeting was organised today between India and China at Chinese Border Personnel Meeting Hut, opposite Chushul, to celebrate International Labour Day.

It may be mention here that India and China have signed two landmark agreements namely `Peace and Tranquility Agreement in 1993 and `Confidence Building Measures in 1996. To improve relations further, Border Personnel Meeting are held six times a year between the Indian and Chinese Military delegations. The recent visit of Indian Foreign Minister, SM Krishna to Beijing in April has paved the way for greater interaction between the two countries.

According to defence sources that the Indian delegation headed by Brig YK Joshi, VrC was received by Senior Colonel Deng Guo Hua of People Liberation Army. In the formal meeting held in atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie, greetings were exchanged by both sides. Also both sides agreed to join hands in contributing to peace, stability and development of the region in consonance with Border Peace and Tranquility agreements.

Brig YK Joshi, VrC in his opening address paid tributes to the endeavours of the tireless and enterprising people of Peoples Republic of China, whose efforts have propelled the country on a path of high growth and prosperity. He also conveyed condolence to the victims of Qinghai Earthquake which took place on 14 Apr 2010 and wished for speedy recovery of those injured in the devastating earthquake.

After the formal meeting, the Indian delegation was treated to the cultural programme by a civilian troupe and a round of fun filled games followed by a rich spread of Chinese cuisine savoured by one and all. As the ceremonies drew to close, both sides exchanged pleasantries and gifts to commemorate the occasion.

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