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Pangong So Lake area of Ladakh, file photo.
Beijing is caught in its own ‘quicksand’ due to India’s quick, tactical and firm response to ‘China’s attempts to cross the border’ at the Royal Line of Control (LAC). Beijing has not been able to get out of this easily, nor has it been able to stay here for a long time.
The European Foundation for South Asian Studies (EFSAS), a European-based think tank, made the remarks in a recent report. EFSAS says that India has taken control of not only southern Pangong So, but also the northern region, which has plagued Beijing.
There have been some incidents in the Pangong So area in recent days and despite the visible casualties, it seems from the statements of the two countries (India and China) that they are prioritizing peace over war, which is very important for both countries. Proper and efficient negotiations are needed to establish peace in such cases. However, India is at a strategically different height in the conflict, which is of concern to China.
The interim period until an agreement is reached is extremely delicate, according to the report. At this time, there are many possible factors that can lead to unwanted events. As a result, both countries must be vigilant and accountable at this time.
Meanwhile, a report was released in India indicating that China had occupied some strategic areas not only on the southern shore of Pangong So Lake, but also on the northern shore. However, Indian forces withdrew Chinese troops from the area. Through this, India has strategically strengthened its position. The EFSAS report said that such a firm move by Indian forces surprised China.
China has been carrying out covert attacks on the Indian side of LAC since April. However, the country did not expect such a response from India. China is now trapped in its own quicksand due to the rapid and tactical response of the Indian army. The country cannot easily get out of this, nor can it be stuck here for long.
According to some unofficial reports, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) attempted to occupy another high-altitude land on the southern shore of Pangong So Lake in the dead of night, which could have given them an effective advantage. However, this was not possible due to the determination of the Indian forces.
The events that took place at Pangong Lake in Ladakh between August 29 and September 1 are still unclear. However, relations between India and China remain tense. This can be understood from the different statements of the two countries on the subject.
Although both countries have pledged to keep peace in the border areas through a compromise, the Galwan clashes on June 15 show that compromise will not be easy.
Source: Times of India.
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