The Ministry of National Defense responded to the United States and India joint military exercise: resolutely oppose third parties to intervene in the China -India border issue!

[Global Times Comprehensive Report] According to foreign media reports, the Special Forces of the United States and India have recently held more than 20 days of joint combat exercises on the southern foot of Himalayas. It is also reported that the US and Indian troops are planning to hold a joint military exercise code -named "War exercise" in October. The military exercise location is close to the border area of ​​China and India, and its intention to China is more obvious. A spokesman for the Ministry of National Defense Tan Kefei on the 25th stated on the 25th that China has always emphasized that military cooperation between countries, especially training activities, should not target third parties and should help maintain peace and stability in the region.

Tan Kefei said that he would pay close attention to the relevant trends. He emphasized that the border issue is a matter between China and India. The two sides maintain effective communication through each level and unanimously agreed to properly handle the relevant situation through bilateral dialogue. We resolutely oppose third parties to intervene in the border between China and India in any form. According to the relevant agreement signed by China and India in 1993 and 1996, the two sides may not carry out military exercises against each other near the actual control line. It is hoped that the Indian party strictly abides by the important consensus and relevant agreement agreement between the leaders of the two countries, adheres to the commitment of solving bilateral issues through bilateral channels, and maintains peace and tranquility by actual actions.

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