The Panchsheel Agreement was a set of five principles of peaceful coexistence between India and China, proposed by Jawaharlal Nehru and Zhou Enlai in 1954. These principles were aimed at fostering peaceful diplomatic relations between the two countries and were later incorporated into various international agreements.
Two Key Principles of Panchsheel:
1. Mutual Respect for Each Other’s Territorial Integrity and Sovereignty:
Both India and China agreed to respect each other’s territorial boundaries and sovereignty, thereby preventing any external aggression.
2. Non-Interference in Each Other’s Internal Affairs:
Both nations pledged not to interfere in each other's domestic matters, ensuring mutual trust and cooperation.
Conclusion:
Panchsheel represented a significant effort to maintain peaceful and cooperative relations between India and China. Though challenges emerged later, these principles continued to influence international diplomatic relations.