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China and Bhutan: A Picture of the Border
Throughout the history of mankind, the border issue has been the focus of contention between nations. Recently, the border between China and Bhutan seems to have ushered in a critical turning point. Border disputes between China and Bhutan have long existed, especially over territory over Kuragon Ribeng. However, recent developments show that China and Bhutan appear to have largely drawn their borders, and that China has successfully recovered a large area of Kuragon Ri Peak, covering a total area of 1,290 square kilometers.
Kuragori Peak, a mysterious mountain on the border between China and Bhutan, is one of the holy "Four Sacred Mountains". According to legend, it is revered as the "Four Sacred Mountains" along with Kailash Mountain, Meili Snow Mountain, and Zari Snow Mountain. Many ascetics retreat here, away from the worldly distractions. Every year in May, June and September, thousands of pilgrims and hikers travel to Kuragori to explore this mysterious peak.
This majestic snow-capped mountain at an altitude of 7,554 meters stands in the Himalayas. The peaks are steep, and the terrain on the north and south sides of the ridge is steep, and it is basically a steep bedrock cliff. The mountain peak is surrounded by a gorge with large glaciers such as Kuragangzhi, Kare River and Gorakari, which stretch for 10 kilometers and meander in winding. Under the severe cold at high altitudes, magnificent scenes such as ice cliffs, ice walls, and ice towers are displayed here. However, the mountains are steep, and ice avalanches and avalanches often occur on Kuragauri Peak, and the tide of ice and snow sweeps down, which is amazing.
However, despite the beauty of its natural landscape, Kuragori is not suitable for human habitation due to harsh natural conditions. As a result, the area has remained pristine and wildlife is well protected.
In the long river of history, the sovereignty of Kuragon Rifeng has always belonged to China. Although Bhutan was a vassal state of Tibet in China in the past, the whereabouts of Kuragon Rifeng have become obscure over the course of history. However, China has always adhered to its position on sovereignty, declaring indisputable sovereignty over Kuragon as early as 1959. India, however, has consistently disagreed with China's claim to sovereignty and insisted that Kuragon Ridge belongs to Bhutan. To some extent, this controversy has been influenced and manipulated by India.
History and current situation of Bhutan
Bhutan was once a vassal state of China, and ministers resident in Tibet ruled Bhutan. However, as the situation changed, Bhutan was forced to sign the Sinchula Terms with Britain in 1865, ceding large areas of territory. Although Bhutan later ceased from Tibet, the question of the ownership of Kuragon Ri persisted. India, on the other hand, interfered in Bhutan's internal and external affairs in the name of protecting Bhutan after independence, seriously weakening Bhutan's sovereignty.
Over time, China and Bhutan have engaged in several rounds of border demarcation negotiations. However, these negotiations have been blocked by India, resulting in the problem not being resolved. Under the influence of India, the king of Bhutan even became a "puppet king", and needed to report to India and seek guidance in domestic and foreign affairs.
But in recent years, with the rise of China and its rising international status, Bhutan has gradually seen the opportunity to cooperate with China. In contrast, India, as a protectorate, has failed to give Bhutan adequate attention and support. Bhutan has become one of the "least developed countries in the world", with stagnant economic development and low living standards. China's Belt and Road Initiative has brought new development opportunities to Bhutan and has become the expectation of the Bhutanese people
direction. China's rich experience and strong strength in infrastructure construction and economic cooperation provide Bhutan with an opportunity to achieve economic prosperity and improve the living standards of its people.
Faced with this prospect, Bhutan has begun to re-examine its cooperation with China. While India's influence in Bhutan remains, Bhutan is gradually realizing that it can only achieve its development goals if it works better with China. In international affairs, Bhutan began to break free from external control and seek an independent path of development. This move not only reflects the wisdom of Bhutan, but also lays a solid foundation for China's cooperation with Bhutan.
China has always adhered to the principle of peaceful settlement of disputes, and has always insisted on conducting negotiations on border demarcation with Bhutan in an equal and friendly manner. This is one of the reasons why China has won widespread praise in the international community. At the same time, China has also shown its willingness to cooperate with Bhutan and is willing to provide development support and assistance to Bhutan, which is undoubtedly a rare opportunity for Bhutan.
In the negotiations between China and Bhutan on the border issue, Bhutan finally recognized China's sovereignty claim and the two sides signed a memorandum of understanding on boundary negotiations. This means that the sovereignty issue of Kuragon Rifeng was resolved, and China successfully recovered the disputed territory. This result is not only a stage victory for China, but also paves the way for Bhutan's future development.
It is worth noting that China's cooperation with Bhutan is not limited to border issues. Under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, China and Bhutan can also carry out deeper cooperation in economic, cultural, scientific and technological fields. This will bring more opportunities for Bhutan to promote its economic prosperity and social progress.
Looking back on the whole process, although the border issue between China and Bhutan has experienced twists and turns, it has finally been resolved through the efforts of both sides. This not only demonstrates China's firm position and sincerity in resolving the issue peacefully, but also shows Bhutan's wisdom and open-mindedness. The cooperation between the two sides has brought a better future for the two peoples.
To sum up, the settlement of the border issue between China and Bhutan is not only