Srinagar, May 2 (KMW): The troops of India and China jointly celebrated Mayday on the other side of the border in Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir.
A Defence Ministry spokesman said here this afternoon that at the invitation of the People Liberation Army, a Border Personnel Meeting was organised between India and China yesterday at Chinese Border Personnel Meeting Hut opposite Chushul, to celebrate International Labour Day.
The Indian delegation headed by Brig Y K Joshi, was received by Senior Colonel Deng Guo Hua of People Liberation Army.
In the formal meeting held in atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie, greetings were exchanged by both sides.
Also both sides agreed to join hands in contributing to peace, stability and development of the region in consonance with Border Peace and Tranquility Agreements.
Brig Joshi, in his opening address paid tributes to the endeavours of the tireless and enterprising people of Peoples Republic of China, whose efforts have propelled the country on a path of high growth and prosperity?
He also conveyed condolence to the victims of Qinghai Earthquake, which took place on 14 April 2010, and wished for speedy recovery of those injured in the devastating earthquake.
After the formal meeting, the Indian delegation was treated to a cultural programme by a civilian troupe and a round of fun filled games followed by a rich spread of Chinese cuisine savoured by one and all.
As the ceremonies drew to close, both sides exchanged pleasantries and gifts to commemorate the occasion.
India and China have signed two landmark agreements namely ''Peace and Tranquility Agreement'' in 1993 and ''Confidence Building Measures'' in 1996.
Also, to improve relations further, Border Personnel Meetings are held six times a year between the Indian and Chinese Military delegations.
Recent visit of Indian Foreign Minister S M Krishna to Beijing in April has paved the way for greater interaction between the two countries.
A Defence Ministry spokesman said here this afternoon that at the invitation of the People Liberation Army, a Border Personnel Meeting was organised between India and China yesterday at Chinese Border Personnel Meeting Hut opposite Chushul, to celebrate International Labour Day.
The Indian delegation headed by Brig Y K Joshi, was received by Senior Colonel Deng Guo Hua of People Liberation Army.
In the formal meeting held in atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie, greetings were exchanged by both sides.
Also both sides agreed to join hands in contributing to peace, stability and development of the region in consonance with Border Peace and Tranquility Agreements.
Brig Joshi, in his opening address paid tributes to the endeavours of the tireless and enterprising people of Peoples Republic of China, whose efforts have propelled the country on a path of high growth and prosperity?
He also conveyed condolence to the victims of Qinghai Earthquake, which took place on 14 April 2010, and wished for speedy recovery of those injured in the devastating earthquake.
After the formal meeting, the Indian delegation was treated to a cultural programme by a civilian troupe and a round of fun filled games followed by a rich spread of Chinese cuisine savoured by one and all.
As the ceremonies drew to close, both sides exchanged pleasantries and gifts to commemorate the occasion.
India and China have signed two landmark agreements namely ''Peace and Tranquility Agreement'' in 1993 and ''Confidence Building Measures'' in 1996.
Also, to improve relations further, Border Personnel Meetings are held six times a year between the Indian and Chinese Military delegations.
Recent visit of Indian Foreign Minister S M Krishna to Beijing in April has paved the way for greater interaction between the two countries.
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