China Confirms Preparations Underway To Resume Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun | (Photo Credit: Global Times) |

Beijing: China and India are "advancing relevant preparations" to resume Kailash Mansarovar Yatra this summer, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday.

Calling it an "important part" of the cultural and people-to-people exchange between the two countries, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said that the "sacred mountain and lake" remains extremely significant for believers of several religions, including Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism.

"As agreed between China and India, the pilgrimage will resume this summer. The two sides are advancing relevant preparations at the moment," the spokesperson said during a regular media briefing in Beijing.

"This year marks the 75th anniversary of China-India diplomatic ties. China stands ready to work with India to earnestly implement the important co...

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