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US Report: China Seeks Leverage After LAC Ease

PUBLISHED Dec 24, 2025, 5:37 AM ET

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Washington: The US Defense Department released an annual report to Congress on Dec 24 assessing China's military posture, noting Beijing regards Arunachal Pradesh and other disputes as 'core interests' and seeks to stabilise ties with India after October 2024 disengagements along the Line of Actual Control. The report describes Xi‑Modi monthly engagements, border management talks, and Chinese Western Theatre Command drills and high‑altitude training in 2024. The Pentagon warned diplomatic steps have not changed China's long‑term military preparations. Officials and documents cited across major domestic outlets formed the basis for this summary. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Neha R. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2024: Chinese forces conducted live-fire drills and mountain mobility exercises.
October 2024: India and China announced disengagement from remaining LAC standoff sites.
Two days later: Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi met on BRICS sidelines.
Late 2024: Xi-Modi initiated monthly high-level engagements covering border management and facilitation measures.
Dec 24, 2024: US Defense Department submitted its annual report to Congress assessing China's military developments.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 7
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 86%, Right 14%

Who Benefited

Chinese and Indian diplomatic teams gained opportunities to de-escalate immediate border tensions while defence analysts and military planners obtained authoritative assessments for contingency planning.

Who Impacted

Border communities and businesses experienced prolonged uncertainty, and regional diplomatic trust faced potential erosion due to persistent territorial claims and military preparedness.