China increasing its hold in Aksai Chin region, says Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdeva

China’s recent move to establish two new counties in the Hotan prefecture, incorporating Ladakh’s territory, has sparked concerns among Indian officials. Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdeva stated that China is “increasing its hold in the Aksai Chin region” through this administrative mechanism, indicating a reluctance to improve relations with India and a desire to maintain and expand its presence in the region. Sachdeva emphasized that China’s actions suggest a frozen conflict with India, as they continue to increase their hold and infrastructure in the Aksai Chin region.

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