China has firmly opposed Indian defence minister’s visit to Arunachal Pradesh and urged New Delhi stop taking any actions that may complicate the boundary matter between the two countries.

Chinese Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Geng Shuang said the Chinese government has never acknowledged Arunachal Pradesh as Indian state, and firmly opposed the activities conducted in that area by Indian officials or leaders.

He said we urge the Indian side to respect Chinese interests and concerns and take real actions to safeguard peace and tranquility in the border areas.

Singh visited Tawang on Thursday for the ‘Maitree Diwas’ celebrations to boost ‘civil-military friendship’ in the region bordering China.

NNR/Khokhar