Next Expert-Level Mechanism (ELM) meeting on trans-border rivers scheduled for September 2024
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India, China to push for ‘early and substantial harvest’ of border delimitation
India and China agreed to hold the next meeting of the Expert-Level Mechanism (ELM) on trans-border rivers in September 2024 and to maintain communication on sharing hydrological data. This development follows recent diplomatic efforts to stabilize bilateral ties after the 2020 Galwan clashes. The ELM, established in 2006, facilitates cooperation on Brahmaputra (Yarlung Tsangpo) and Sutlej river data sharing, crucial for flood forecasting in India's northeastern states. The move signals a pragmatic step toward functional engagement despite unresolved border disputes, making it significant for International Relations and Geography sections in competitive exams.
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ELM established in 2006 to facilitate hydrological data sharing on Brahmaputra (Yarlung Tsangpo) and Sutlej rivers
Agreement reached during 30th meeting of Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (WMCC) on India-China Border Affairs
Hydrological data sharing critical for flood forecasting in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and other northeastern states
Development follows 2023 Corps Commander-level talks and 2024 disengagement at Depsang and Demchok in Eastern Ladakh
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