Overview

• Jairam Ramesh said the party has pressed for a detailed debate on China for the past five years and hopes Prime Minister Modi will finally consent.
• He pointed out that critical sectors such as telecom, pharmaceuticals, and electronics depend heavily on Chinese imports, contributing to a record $99.2 billion trade gap in 2024-25.
• Under the October 2024 withdrawal agreement, Indian patrols now require Chinese concurrence to access points in Depsang, Demchok, and Chumar.
• Buffer zones in Galwan, Hot Spring, and Pangong Tso now lie mainly within India’s claim line, blocking troops from pre-2020 patrol areas.
• Ramesh also warned of China’s pivotal role in Pakistan’s Operation Sindoor and the likely upcoming delivery of up to 40 J-35 stealth fighters.