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Time of India
24-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India 'consistently protested' inclusion of CPEC as flagship project of China's OBOR: Govt tells Parliament
India has "consistently protested" to parties concerned over the inclusion of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor ( CPEC ) as a flagship project of China's One Belt One Road ( OBOR ), and asked them to cease these activities, the Centre informed Parliament on Thursday. CPEC, a major bilateral infrastructure and development project between China and Pakistan, passes through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This project is a part of the OBOR initiative, now renamed the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which is aimed at developing new trade routes between China and the rest of the world. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Healthcare PGDM Leadership Management Others Public Policy Project Management Artificial Intelligence Data Analytics Cybersecurity Design Thinking others Digital Marketing healthcare Product Management Data Science MBA Finance MCA Data Science Technology CXO Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis in Healthcare Financial Management & Investing Strategic Management in Healthcare Process Design & Analysis Duration: 12 Weeks Indian School of Business Certificate Program in Healthcare Management Starts on Jun 13, 2024 Get Details The Ministry of External Affairs was asked whether a meeting was held between Pakistan, China and Afghanistan in the fourth week of May 2025, and if it is also a fact that there was a "discussion" on expanding CPEC to Afghanistan. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Private Jet - The Prices May Surprise You! Private Jet I Search Ads Learn More Undo In a written response to the query in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said the government of India is "aware of a China-Pakistan-Afghanistan meeting held in Beijing, China on 21 May 2025". "Government's position on CPEC is clear and consistent. Government has consistently protested to parties concerned over the inclusion of the so-called 'China-Pakistan Economic Corridor ( CPEC )', which passes through parts of the Indian Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir under illegal occupation of Pakistan, as a flagship project of 'OBOR/BRI' and asked them to cease these activities," the MoS said. Live Events "Any proposed participation of third countries or expansion of the so-called CPEC projects to third countries is unacceptable. Government has consistently conveyed this position to relevant parties," he said. Singh added that the Indian government keeps a "constant watch" on all developments having a bearing on India's security and takes all necessary measures to safeguard it.
News18
24-07-2025
- Business
- News18
India's Position On CPEC 'Clear', Any Third-Country Role 'Unacceptable': Govt In Rajya Sabha
Last Updated: In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, MoS for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said that India's position on the matter remains 'clear and consistent' India on Thursday strongly reiterated its opposition to the expansion of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), especially any involvement of third countries in the project. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said that India's position on the matter remains 'clear and consistent." The government was responding to questions in Parliament about the May 21 trilateral meeting held in Beijing between China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, where regional connectivity was reportedly discussed, including possible cooperation linked to the CPEC. 'The Government of India is aware of a China-Pakistan-Afghanistan meeting held in Beijing, China, on 21 May 2025. The government's position on CPEC is clear and consistent," Singh said. Singh stated that the CPEC passes through parts of the Indian Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, which are under illegal occupation by Pakistan. 'Government has consistently protested to parties concerned over the inclusion of the so-called 'China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which passes through parts of the Indian Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir under illegal occupation of Pakistan, as a flagship project of 'OBOR/BRI' and asked them to cease these activities," he added. The minister stressed that India has always opposed the inclusion of these territories in international projects such as CPEC, which is promoted as a flagship component of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The minister further noted that India is fully aware of all developments, including international meetings involving countries participating in CPEC discussions, and continues to monitor them closely from the perspective of national security. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met in Beijing earlier this May. (With inputs from ANI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
'Constant watch on all developments': India slams China-Pakistan-Afghanistan meet, says CPEC expansion 'unacceptable'
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday reiterated its strong objection to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor ( ) and termed any expansion or third-party involvement in the project "unacceptable." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, minister of state for external affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh confirmed that the Government of India is aware of a recent trilateral meeting between China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan held in Beijing. India-Pak Clash At UN Security Council: Cross-Border Terrorism Charge Triggers Diplomatic Firestorm "The government's position on CPEC is clear and consistent. We have consistently protested to the concerned parties over the inclusion of the so-called CPEC as a flagship project of One Belt One Road/ Belt and Road Initiative (OBOR/BRI), as it passes through parts of the Indian Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir under illegal occupation by Pakistan," Singh said. On recent involvement of Afghanistan, Singh stressed that India has categorically opposed any proposed participation of third countries in the CPEC and has communicated its objections to the concerned parties. "Any proposed participation of third countries or expansion of the so-called CPEC projects to third countries is unacceptable. The government has consistently conveyed this position,' Singh reiterated. The minister also stated that India keeps a constant watch on all foreign developments that could impact its security and takes "all necessary measures" to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
