China unveiled an updated "standard map" incorporating disputed territories.

The map includes Arunachal Pradesh, Aksai Chin, Taiwan, and the South China Sea regions.

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The release of the map on August 28 rekindled diplomatic concerns and disputes.

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China's official map is referred to as the 2023 edition and uses national boundaries to depict its perspective on global geography.

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Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin have long been areas of conflicting claims between China and India.

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Despite China's assertions, Arunachal Pradesh remains an integral part of India.

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Taiwan's inclusion in China's map aligns with President Xi Jinping's strategic objectives, escalating tensions.

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The map also features the controversial nine-dash line, claiming a large part of the South China Sea as Chinese territory.

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The map's release prompted diplomatic concerns, international reactions, and discussions on territorial sovereignty.

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