Armies of India and China hold ceremonial border personnel meetings

GUWAHATI: Ceremonial border personnel meetings between Indian Army and China’s People’s Liberation Army were held to jointly celebrate India’s 71st Republic Day and starting of Chinese Lunar Year, a defence spokesman said on Monday.

The meetings were organised on Sunday at Nathu La in Sikkim and Bum La and Kibithu in Arunachal Pradesh, he said.

The events commenced with hoisting of national flags and rendition of the national anthems of both the countries, followed by cultural programmes.

Delegations of both the countries interacted with each other in a friendly environment and extended greetings, he said. (AGENCIES)