China Builds Permanent Structures Near Pangong Tso, Raises India's Border Worry

• New satellite imagery reveals China is constructing permanent military structures near the buffer zone at Pangong Tso in Eastern Ladakh.
• These constructions, though within Chinese-held territory, consolidate Beijing's physical presence and recalibrate territorial claims post-2020 border dispute.
• Experts note this aligns with China's "playbook" to convert presence into control, enabling year-round military operations.
• China has significantly ramped up military infrastructure along the LAC since 2020, including a bridge over Pangong Tso and border villages.
• This development raises concerns for India despite a recent "reset" in India-China relations and diplomatic efforts.

Why It Matters: China's new permanent military structures near Pangong Tso signal continued border assertiveness despite diplomatic overtures.