China agrees to India's patrolling rights in Depsang, next step de-escalation

The new agreement with China will restore Indian access to key border points in eastern Ladakh, including the crucial Depsang plateau, which has been blocked since 2020 due to Chinese troop deployments. While details of the patrolling rights are pending, disengagement of troops at Depsang and Demchock is essential for further de-escalation.