India, China border personnel meet to mark Republic Day

Asian Defense News: Leh: It was a scene of bonhomie as the border personnel of India and China met to mark the Republic Day in Chushul belt along the LAC in Ladakh, putting behind the tension over recent incursions by the PLA in the area.
Both sides also agreed on different measures to maintain peace, stability and to work for development of the region.
The Chinese delegation was received by the leader of Indian delegation Brigadier Y K Joshi.
After the reception, the Indian national flag was hoisted and both the Chinese and Indian delegations saluted the tricolour.
According to a Northern Command spokesperson, in the formal meeting held in atmosphere of mutual trust and camaraderie, greetings were exchanged by both the sides amid agreements to join hands in contributing to peace, stability and development of the region in consonance with border peace and tranquility agreements.
Posted On: 26-Jan-2010 17:22:19 Source: Agencies