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India rejects China's sovereignty claims, says Beijing occupies parts of J&K and Ladakh

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India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated that China illegally occupies parts of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, rejecting Beijing's sovereignty claims. The statement followed a meeting between EAM Jaishankar and China's Wang Yi.

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India rejects China's sovereignty claims, says Beijing occupies parts of J&K and Ladakh

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated on July 25, 2026, that China has been in 'illegal occupation' of parts of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh since 1963. The remarks came during a press briefing following External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting. India continues to oppose China's activities in these regions, including infrastructure development.

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MEA Rejects Beijing's Claim on Indian Territory Sovereignty

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has rejected China's claim on Indian territory sovereignty, stating that China is in illegal occupation of Indian territory. The MEA's statement comes after China's recent claims on Indian territory. The MEA spokesperson said that India's sovereignty and territorial integrity are non-negotiable and that the country will not compromise on its territorial claims. The statement also emphasized that India will continue to assert its sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of Chinese aggression. The MEA's rejection of China's claim is a significant development in the ongoing tensions between the two countries. The MEA spokesperson did not provide further details on the matter.

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