Pentagon refused to take side with India against China in border stand off
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Washington: The United States has encouraged India and China to engage in a direct dialogue free of any coercive aspects.
"We encourage India and China to engage in direct dialogue aimed at reducing tensions and free of any coercive aspects," Gary Ross, a Defence Department spokesman told PTI.
Over the past week, the US State Department too have been making similar statements, but Pentagon has sought direct dialogue between India and China on reducing tension "free of any coercive aspects".
Meanwhile, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval heads to Beijing to attend a meeting of BRICS later this month.
During his visit, he is expected to talk with his Chinese counterpart on this issue.
Responding to questions, the Pentagon refused to take side with India or China on the issue.
