India-China flight resumption talks inconclusive

Negotiations fail to yield results as both sides remain entrenched in their positions.

Negotiations between India and China to resume regular commercial flights between the two countries have ended inconclusively, with both sides failing to reach an agreement.

Key sticking points

The primary sticking point in the talks was China's insistence that all flights from India to China must land in designated cities, including Kunming and Guangzhou.

India, on the other hand, wants its carriers to be allowed to operate flights to various destinations in China, including Beijing and Shanghai.

Another point of contention was the issue of quarantine requirements for passengers. India wanted quarantine-free travel for fully vaccinated passengers, while China insisted on mandatory quarantine for all arrivals.

No immediate breakthrough expected

The inconclusive outcome of the talks suggests that a resumption of regular flights between India and China is unlikely in the near future.

Both sides have indicated that they are willing to continue negotiations, but no further talks have been scheduled at this time.

The suspension of flights between India and China has had a significant impact on business and tourism between the two countries.