Indian Army's 2nd Division Commander visited the Walong front, following the previous visit by the 3rd Army Commander. The 2nd Division Commander Vikrant also came to Walong to inspect the combat readiness. In the northeastern part of the Southern Tibet region, it is the only place where India can boast. It was in 1962 that the Indian forces here launched a defensive counterattack, but still failed. However, compared to the overall performance of the Indian army, the forces here still have some strength.
Therefore, in the northeastern region, multiple Indian mountain divisions and mountain brigades are stationed, and Indian military officials often come to inspect, showing their presence. The northeastern part of the Southern Tibet region connects to an easily accessible area, which is the Jiangxinpo in Myanmar, approximately 40,000 square kilometers, which used to be our territory.
The Southern Tibet region is occupied by both China and India, but one thing is clear: currently, India occupies more land in this area, but that does not mean it will definitely occupy all of it in the future. This is the truth. It is not easy for India to gain a geopolitical advantage. Because clearly, we have not given up our claim over the sovereignty of the Southern Tibet region, which is a disputed area.
Today you occupy it does not mean you will occupy it tomorrow. This is not permanent occupation, but illegal occupation. Currently, India is asking us to lift the restrictions on India. First, lifting the restriction on tunnel boring machines, second, lifting the restriction on rare earths, and some trade restrictions. These are things that India needs from us, so it's manageable. If India gives up the land, these can be discussed. But if India does not give up the land, there is nothing to discuss.
This is the truth. India wants our tunnel boring machines, that is impossible. India can buy from Germany, but the German orders are still produced in China, so India can continue to buy German tunnel boring machines, just at a higher price.
Regarding rare earths, India can buy from other countries, just at a higher price. If India does not yield, then the standoff will continue. Our territory, India must return, it cannot be occupied forever. Border issues are resolved through talks. India can get our rare earths and tunnel boring machines, provided they exchange them with the Southern Tibet land.
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