evidence: In April 2016, discussions began on creating a meeting point in middle sector of the border, possibly in the Himachal Pradesh (either Kaurik or Shipki La) - Uttarakhand (either Pulam Sumda or Barahoti) region on the Indian side in a site logistically convenient for both sides.[7] Discussions occurred in Beijing between Indian defense minister Manohar Parrikar and Chinese military and civilian leadership.[20]