China Objects As India Names 27 Locations In Arunachal Pradesh

China has criticised India’s decision to formally name 27 locations and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh. Beijing refers to Arunachal Pradesh as “Zangnan” and claims the region as part of China. Citing Chinese experts, the Global Times described India’s move as unilateral and said it could complicate efforts to manage the border dispute and affect the recent momentum in bilateral ties. India, meanwhile, has formally updated the Survey of India map of Arunachal Pradesh with standardised names for 27 locations and geographical features, including mountain passes, settlements, a high-altitude lake and a war memorial. China Objects To India’s Naming Move…