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India and China Hold 29th Round of Diplomatic Talks on LAC Disengagement.

International | Dated: 20 Nov 2025

India and China held the 29th meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC). The talks, held in Beijing, focused on achieving complete disengagement at the remaining friction points along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh. The Indian delegation, led by the MEA Joint Secretary, stressed that the complete restoration of status quo ante and de-escalation are essential prerequisites for normalizing bilateral relations. While both sides agreed to maintain peace and tranquility, full resolution remains pending at key areas like Depsang Plains and Demchok.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The 29th round of talks was held under the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (WMCC).
  • The talks focused on disengagement at remaining friction points in Eastern Ladakh (e.g., Depsang and Demchok).
  • India stressed that restoration of status quo ante is essential for normalizing bilateral relations.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The talks follow several rounds of Corps Commander Level military meetings.
  • Discussions emphasized preventing future escalations and maintaining communication channels.
  • China's focus is reportedly on separating the border issue from the larger relationship.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The India-China border talks (November 2025) were which edition of the WMCC meeting?

Correct Answer: 29th

🚀 Quick Recap:

About WMCC

  • (i) Full Form: Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (ii) Host City: Beijing, China
  • (iii) Status Quo Ante: Returning to the position that existed before the April 2020 face-offs. (iv) Significance: Mechanism to keep military and diplomatic channels open.