evidence: THE CONTEXT: India has vehemently condemned China’s attempts to include the Shaksgam valley in its territory. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson expressed India’s rejection of China’s actions and registered a strong protest against what India perceives as illegal attempts to alter the territorial status quo. [...] Historical Context of the Shaksgam Valley - The Shaksgam valley was illegally ceded by Pakistan to China in a controversial 1963 boundary agreement. [...] Escalation of Tensions - China’s incursions into the Shaksgam valley represent a continuation of its assertive behavior in territorial disputes.