Lipulekh Pass Trade to Resume Between India and China
Trade through Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh district between India and China is set to resume in June, revitalizing historic economic and cultural exchanges.
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Location and Importance
Lipulekh Pass is a high-altitude mountain pass in Uttarakhand near the India-Nepal-China trijunction, serving as a strategic gateway to the Himalayas and facilitating trade with Tibet Autonomous Region of China.
Historical Significance
The pass has been an ancient trade route linking the Indian subcontinent with Tibet. Opened for India-China trade in 1992, it is also a vital route for the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage.
Economic and Strategic Relevance
The trade resumption supports regional economic growth, strengthens border infrastructure, reinforces strategic presence, and aids local communities' socio-economic development.
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