Ladakh group dismisses China's territorial claim over region
Apex Body Leh, one of two Ladakh groups in talks with the central government, says the region belongs wholly to India and has never historically belonged to China.
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What happened
The Apex Body Leh, one of two Ladakh groups negotiating with the central government over the region's demands, condemned a recent Chinese statement claiming Ladakh as its territory. The group said Ladakh is firmly part of India and has no recorded history as Chinese land. At a press conference, speakers raised concerns about whether the Indian government would respond to the claim.
Why it matters
Speakers said an Indian government response to China's claim is necessary. The claim concerns the territorial status of Ladakh, a region at the center of the ongoing talks.
Timeline
- Oct 15, 3:51 AM ET: Apex Body Leh condemns China's statement on Ladakh and calls the region part of India.
- Oct 16, 1:06 AM ET: At a press conference, Ladakh representatives call for an Indian government response to China's claim.
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