Politics

Salman Khurshid Meets Chinese Delegation: Congress Defends Courtesy Call Amid BJP Criticism

January 13, 2026

India has reaffirmed its sovereignty over the Shaksgam Valley amidst rising tensions with China and Pakistan, following claims made by the Chinese government regarding the region. The Ministry of External Affairs reiterated that the 1963 boundary agreement between Pakistan and China is not recognized by India, leading to significant political discourse and criticism within the country.

Salman Khurshid Meets Chinese Delegation: Congress Defends Courtesy Call Amid BJP Criticism

Credit: Indiatoday

Key Highlights

Shaksgam Valley is claimed by India as sovereign territory.
India rejects the 1963 China-Pakistan boundary agreement.
Political tensions have escalated following a meeting between a Chinese delegation and Indian leaders.
Congress party questions the timing of the courtesy call from the Chinese delegation.
The area has been under illegal occupation by Pakistan since 1947.

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Salman Khurshid Meets Chinese Delegation: Congress Defends Courtesy Call Amid BJP Criticism

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