China has expressed strong opposition to recent remarks made by the United States regarding the disputed region of Arunachal Pradesh, according to a statement from the Chinese foreign ministry.
The US had recently made comments in support of India's territorial claims over Arunachal Pradesh, a region that is at the center of a long-standing border dispute between India and China.
In response, the Chinese foreign ministry stated that China firmly opposes such remarks and reiterated its stance on the issue. China has consistently maintained that Arunachal Pradesh is part of its territory, while India claims the region as an integral part of its own sovereign territory.
The border dispute between China and India in the region of Arunachal Pradesh has been a source of tension between the two countries for decades. Both sides have engaged in diplomatic efforts to resolve the issue, but a lasting solution has yet to be reached.
The recent comments from the US have added another layer of complexity to the already sensitive situation. The US has been increasingly vocal in its support for India in various regional and international matters, which has drawn criticism from China.
China's firm opposition to the US remarks on Arunachal Pradesh underscores the ongoing challenges in the region and highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics at play. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected as both China and India navigate their respective positions on the border issue.