Border Clashes and Tensions

The ongoing tensions between India and China have heightened significantly since April 2020, marked by clashes at the Galwan Valley where 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives. Despite various military and diplomatic dialogues, these confrontations have resulted in a significant military buildup on both sides, with around 50,000 to 60,000 troops stationed near the disputed border. The Indian government has stressed the need for a resolution, emphasizing that the militarization of the border undermines previous peace agreements established in the 1990s. This situation has strained bilateral relations, as both nations are caught in a cycle of assertiveness, complicating the pathway to normalization and lasting peace between the two countries.