Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar denounces China's persistent claims on Arunachal Pradesh as "Ludicrous"

India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, has strongly rejected China's repeated claims over Arunachal Pradesh, labeling them as "ludicrous." He emphasized that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India, countering China's assertions.

India's firm stance

Jaishankar's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between India and China over the territorial dispute. China has been claiming Arunachal Pradesh as South Tibet and objecting to Indian leaders' visits to the region. However, India has maintained a consistent stance, asserting Arunachal Pradesh's status as an integral part of the country.

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India responded firmly to China's assertions, stating that repeating baseless arguments does not validate such claims. The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed India's position on Arunachal Pradesh, emphasizing that it will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India. India also highlighted the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the border areas.

China's reaction

In response to India's stance, China's defence ministry spokesperson urged India to cease actions that may complicate the boundary question and emphasized the need for peace and stability in the border areas. However, India remains firm in its position, rejecting China's claims and asserting its sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh.

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India's rejection of China's claims over Arunachal Pradesh underscores the ongoing tensions between the two countries regarding territorial disputes. India maintains a steadfast stance on the issue, emphasizing its sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and rejecting any attempts to challenge its territorial integrity.