India Rejects China’s Mediation Claim
The Indian government has rejected China’s claim that it played a mediating role in ending a brief military confrontation between India and Pakistan earlier this year. New Delhi said there was no third-party mediation in achieving the ceasefire and that direct communication between the two countries’ military leadership led to the de-escalation.
Government’s Position on the Conflict
Officials said India and Pakistan agreed to halt hostilities through direct talks between their respective Director Generals of Military Operations. New Delhi reiterated that India does not accept or seek outside intervention in its bilateral issues with Pakistan. The ceasefire followed a series of limited exchanges along the Line of Control after a terror incident in Jammu and Kashmir.
China’s Statement and India’s Response
China’s foreign ministry had said Beijing helped ease tensions between India and Pakistan. The Indian government clarified that it did not request or authorise any external mediation. New Delhi emphasised that military-to-military dialogue, not third-party involvement, was the basis for the truce.
Broader Diplomatic Context
India maintained that its stance on bilateral matters with Pakistan remains consistent: issues between the two countries must be resolved directly without external mediation. The government said it will continue to engage with neighbours and global partners on broader peace and stability but will not accept unsupported claims about its diplomatic engagements.
