India-China Resume Border Trade Via Lipulekh

In March 2026, India approved the resumption of border trade with China through the Lipulekh Pass after a seven-year gap, with operations set to restart in June following a formal clearance by the Ministry of External Affairs.

Lipulekh Pass

  • A high-altitude Himalayan pass located at the tri-junction of India, Nepal and China (Tibet).
  • Situated in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district.
  • Lies at an altitude of around 5,000 metres.
  • Forms part of an ancient trans-Himalayan trade route.

Source: bhaskarenglish

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