Armies of India and China have committed to uphold the agreements and protocol signed between the governments of the two countries to maintain peace and tranquility along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

On the occasion of India's 66th Republic Day, a ceremonial border personnel meeting between the Indian army and the Peoples Liberation Army of China was held at the Chushul sector of the Eastern Ladakh today.

"The delegations parted amidst feeling of friendship and commitment towards enhancing the existing cordial relations and maintaining peace along the LAC," Udhampur-based defense PRO Col S D Goswami said.

He said both sides also sought to build on the mutual feeling to uphold agreements and protocol signed between the governments of the two sides to maintain peace and tranquility along the LAC.

"A ceremonial border personnel meeting on the occasion of India's 66th Republic Day was conducted in Chushul sector of Eastern Ladakh," he said.

He said Brigadier JKS Virk led the Indian delegation whereas Senior Colonel Fanjun led the Chinese delegation.

"The ceremonial border personnel meeting commenced by saluting the National Flag of India by both the delegation members. This was followed by the ceremonial address by both delegation leaders that was composed of exchange of greetings, best wishes and reflected the mutual desire for enhancing border defense cooperation," he said.

He said a cultural programme showcasing vibrant Indian culture and traditional grandeur was also organised. He said both the delegations interacted in a free, congenial and cordial environment.