China forms two new countries along the Aksai Chin.

Recently, China went a step forward to create two new countries along the Aksai Chin region, which India claims to be its territory.

Violation of Sovereignty: India categorically stated that it has never accepted China’s illegal occupation of Indian territory in the region, including parts of Aksai Chin, which is part of Ladakh.
Illegitimacy of China’s Actions: India asserts that the creation of He’an County and Hekang County in Hotan prefecture does not lend legitimacy to China’s illegal and forcible occupation of Indian territory.
No Impact on India’s Position: The formation of the new counties will not alter India’s long-standing and consistent position that the region is Indian territory.
Protest Through Diplomatic Channels: India lodged a “solemn protest” with China, reiterating its sovereignty and opposing administrative measures that aim to consolidate China’s hold on illegally occupied regions.

Aksai Chin is situated in Eastern Kashmir between China and India.
It is devoid of human habitation due to its location at high altitude.
Although China controls this area, it is located at the confluence of three nations: the People’s Republic of China, Pakistan, and India.

It was divided during the British rule in India through Johnson’s Line and McDonald Line.
Johnson’s Line, which was proposed in 1865, shows Aksai Chin under India’s control. (India’s claim is based on Johnson’s line.)
McDonald Line, which was proposed in 1893, places it under China’s control.

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