China Rejects India’s PLA Patrolling Allegations
China has rejected India’s allegation that deviations by People’s Liberation Army (PLA) troops from established patrolling patterns are responsible for recurring tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Beijing maintained on Monday, October 26, 2026, that its military activities comply with bilateral agreements and urged New Delhi to take concrete steps to preserve peace along the disputed Himalayan border.
China Rejects India’s Claims Over PLA Border Patrols
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Beijing consistently adhered to agreements and understandings reached with India.
He described Chinese military movements along the border as routine patrol and control activities intended to safeguard territorial sovereignty and maintain stability.
Guo also called on India to implement bilateral understandings and work towards maintaining peace in sensitive border areas.
India Blames Chinese Troops for Arunachal LAC Tensions
China’s response followed statements by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on October 23.
Jaiswal said border tensions periodically arise when Chinese forces depart from established patrolling patterns.
His remarks followed Indo-Tibetan Border Police Director General Shatrujeet Singh Kapur’s acknowledgement of continuing face-offs between Indian and Chinese personnel at several locations in Arunachal Pradesh.
The two countries maintain differing perceptions of the LAC, contributing to recurring confrontations during patrols.
India-China Border Talks Continue Despite Disagreements
Both governments have confirmed that diplomatic and military communication channels remain operational to prevent misunderstandings and manage disagreements.
India has emphasised that peace along the border is essential for broader improvements in bilateral relations.
The two countries have also agreed to discuss measures for improving their understanding of the LAC in appropriate areas.
The latest exchange highlights unresolved border-management differences despite recent diplomatic efforts to stabilise India-China relations.
