The two countries should enhance strategic communication and eliminate strategic doubt and conduct strategic cooperation," he said. "This serves the common interest of the whole region and the interest of the Indian side," he said.Asked what were Gen Rawat's specific comments that China is taking exception to, Lu pointed to the Army chief's comments on Dokalam. The aim is to enhance strategic mutual trust and create enabling atmosphere for strategic communication. "I want to point out that the remarks of the Army chief mentioned by you once again showed that the illegal trespass of the Indian border troops is quite clear cut in nature. The face-off ended on August 28.Bhutan and China have a dispute over Dokalam.

Source: Economic Times January 15, 2018 09:22 UTC