Pema Wang Thongdok
India Condemns China's Detention of Arunachal Woman: Territorial Dispute Threatens Diplomatic Progress
Nov 27, 2025 02:59 am CST
India strongly protests China's 18-hour detention of an Arunachal Pradesh woman at Shanghai airport, reaffirming that the region is an "integral part" of India. The MEA warns such arbitrary actions undermine recent efforts to normalize bilateral relations following the 2020 border standoff, as both nations work toward rebuilding diplomatic ties through people-centric engagements.
Indian Woman from Arunachal Pradesh Detained at Shanghai Airport: A Diplomatic Standoff Between India and China
Nov 26, 2025 10:27 am CST
An Arunachal Pradesh woman, Pema Wang Thongdok, faced an 18-hour detention at Shanghai airport when Chinese officials refused to recognize her Indian passport, claiming her birthplace was "part of China." This incident has escalated into a diplomatic issue, with India firmly asserting its sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and lodging formal protests with China in both Beijing and New Delhi.
Indian Woman from Arunachal Pradesh Detained for 18 Hours at Shanghai Airport Over Passport Dispute
Nov 24, 2025 03:37 pm CST
An Arunachal Pradesh woman was detained for 18 hours at Shanghai airport after Chinese authorities claimed her Indian passport was invalid because her birthplace is allegedly "Chinese territory." Despite having valid travel documents, she faced harassment and was only released after intervention from the Indian Consulate, highlighting ongoing territorial disputes between India and China.