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India-China Cross-Border Cooperation

Context

India and China have taken steps to improve their strained bilateral relations, which were affected by the 2020 military standoff in eastern Ladakh. The two countries reached an agreement on a set of six consensus measures aimed at restoring cooperation and easing tensions.

Key Agreements and Steps Taken:

Resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, a pilgrimage that Indian citizens make to a sacred site in Tibet, had been disrupted due to the tensions along the India-China border. The two countries agreed to resume the Yatra, which is an important cultural and religious link between India and China.
Enhancement of Trans-Border River Cooperation: India and China also agreed to improve cooperation related to the sharing of data and information on trans-border rivers. This includes sharing crucial water data to manage the flow of rivers that cross both countries, which is vital for water security in both regions.
Reopening Nathula Border Trade: Nathula, a mountain pass in the eastern Himalayas, had been closed for border trade after the standoff. The two countries have now agreed to reopen this trade route, which will help restore economic exchanges and improve connectivity between the two nations.

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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and the Mansarovar Lake in Tibet, sacred for Hindus, Jains, Tibetans, and followers of the Bon religion.
The Mt. Kailash is not only the highest parts of the world but the source of four mighty rivers of the region— The Brahmaputra, The Sutlej, The Ganges, and the Indus.
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is the holiest form of the expedition to Lord Shiva’s own house called Mt. Kailash.
Every year thousands of pilgrims undertake the divine yatra from various parts of the country & the world as well.

Nathula Pass (Indo - China Border)

Nathu la is a high altitude pass (altitude of 4302 m) situated on the old Silk route at the Indo-China border.
Nathu La is one of the three open trading border posts between India and China.
- Others are: Shipkila (Himachal Pradesh) and Lipulekh or Lipulech (Uttrakhand).
It is one of the highest motorable roads in the world, is a mountain pass in the Himalayan peaks that co-joins Sikkim and China.

Major trans-border rivers between India and China are:

Brahmaputra (Yarlung Tsangpo in China): In China, it is known as the Yarlung Tsangpo. The river originates from Tibet and flows into India through the northeastern states, primarily Arunachal Pradesh, before moving into Bangladesh. It is a vital river for water supply, agriculture, and transportation for the region.
Indus River: The Indus River originates in Tibet, China, and flows through Pakistan. In India, it passes through the Ladakh region before entering Pakistan. The Indus and its tributaries are of critical importance for both India and Pakistan. India shares control over part of the river system, especially the tributaries like the Zanskar and Shyok rivers, which are connected to the larger Indus River basin.
Sutlej River: The Sutlej originates from Tibet in China and flows into India through the state of Himachal Pradesh, before moving into Punjab. It is one of the five rivers that make up the Indus River system, and its water is shared between India and Pakistan as well.
Kailash Mansarovar Region (Sources of several rivers): The Kailash Mansarovar region in Tibet is the source of several rivers that flow into India, including the Sarasvati and Kailash rivers, which join other river systems like the Indus and Brahmaputra. Though these rivers are less significant in terms of volume, they play an important role locally.

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India-China Cross-Border Cooperation

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