Between 300-350 Indian troops have pitched tents near the standoff site and dug in for the long haul, supported by supply lines and 2,500 reinforcements. China recently threatened to move its own reinforcements into the area and conducted live-fire https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/china-urges-india-withdrawal-in-standoff-stages-drills/2017/07/18/99c9fa34-6ba0-11e7-abbc-a53480672286_story.htmlin Tibet. While Indian officials have voiced interest in dialogue, official Chinese statements demand India’s unconditional withdrawal before any talks can begin.
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Indian officials have said they are interested in discussing the situation with Chinese officials.
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Indian officials have said they are interested in discussing the situation with Chinese officials.