India, however, left room for dialogue and diplomacy. Randhir Jaiswal, India’s external affairs ministry spokesperson stated that New Delhi remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on resolving border issues through dialogue and diplomacy. Instead of allowing competing claims to harden into diplomatic friction, all sides should prioritise sustained dialogue and institutional diplomacy. India, Nepal and China should engage constructively and seek solutions grounded in historical treaties, maps, established practices and mutual sensitivity. Kathmandu maintains that Limpiyadhura, Lipulekh and Kalapani — territories east of the Mahakali River — belong to Nepal…
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