MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal made the remarks in response to a question on ITBP chief's statement on India-China stand-off in Arunachal Pradesh.
Hindustan Times
23 October, 2026, 09:45 pm
Last modified: 23 October, 2026, 09:52 pm
India and China continue to use existing diplomatic and military mechanisms to resolve unresolved matters and avoid miscalculations along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said toiday (23 October).
Randhir Jaiswal noted that the situation along the India-China border areas gets 'disturbed from time to time when Chinese forces deviate from established patrolling patterns. (In picture: File photo of Indian army personnel carrying out drills at Kibithu close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh) (PTI/Representational image)
He noted that the situation along the India-China border areas gets 'disturbed from time to time when Chinese forces deviate from established patrolling patterns.' Jaiswal made the remarks in response to a question on ITBP chief's statement on India-China stand-off in Arunachal Pradesh.
Holding up the importance of peace and tranquility in bilateral ties with China, the MEA spokesperson said. "The two sides have also agreed to discuss ways to improve their understanding of the LAC in appropriate areas for better border management. I would also like to emphasise that the maintenance of peace and tranquility in the border areas is essential for the overall development of bilateral relations."