Reaffirming the state of Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and condemning the People's Republic of China's provocations in South Asia.

1/11/2024, 8:30 AM

This resolution states that the Senate unequivocally recognizes the state of Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India and supports India's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The resolution also condemns China's use of military force along the Line of Actual Control (the contested border that separates Indian-controlled and Chinese-controlled territory) as well as other provocations.

Bill 118 HRES 540, also known as the Reaffirming the state of Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and condemning the People's Republic of China's provocations in South Asia, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to reaffirm the state of Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and condemn the actions of the People's Republic of China in South Asia.

Arunachal Pradesh is a state in northeastern India that has been the subject of territorial disputes between India and China for many years. The resolution seeks to assert the United States' support for India's sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and condemn any attempts by China to challenge this sovereignty.

The resolution also condemns the People's Republic of China for its provocations in South Asia, including its aggressive actions in the region. It calls on China to respect the sovereignty of its neighbors and to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve any disputes. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 540 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to support India's territorial integrity and condemn China's actions in South Asia. It highlights the importance of peaceful resolution of territorial disputes and calls on all parties to respect international law and norms.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 540

Introduced on
2023-06-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/22/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution states that the Senate unequivocally recognizes the state of Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India and supports India's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The resolution also condemns China's use of military force along the Line of Actual Control (the contested border that separates Indian-controlled and Chinese-controlled territory) as well as other provocations.

Bill 118 HRES 540, also known as the Reaffirming the state of Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and condemning the People's Republic of China's provocations in South Asia, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to reaffirm the state of Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and condemn the actions of the People's Republic of China in South Asia.

Arunachal Pradesh is a state in northeastern India that has been the subject of territorial disputes between India and China for many years. The resolution seeks to assert the United States' support for India's sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and condemn any attempts by China to challenge this sovereignty.

The resolution also condemns the People's Republic of China for its provocations in South Asia, including its aggressive actions in the region. It calls on China to respect the sovereignty of its neighbors and to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve any disputes. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 540 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to support India's territorial integrity and condemn China's actions in South Asia. It highlights the importance of peaceful resolution of territorial disputes and calls on all parties to respect international law and norms.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedReaffirming the state of Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and condemning the People's Republic of China's provocations in South Asia.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Asia
China
Foreign aid and international relief
India
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
South Asia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

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Latest Summary10/6/2023

This resolution states that the Senate unequivocally recognizes the state of Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India and supports India's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The resolution also condemns China's use of military force alo...


Latest Action6/22/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.