Donglang (Doklam) area in the excerpts of Xi’s speech released by the official media but the reference to “invading enemies” seems to be clear indication who the Chinese President was talking about.

It was the first time that Xi presided over such a large military parade in the field, official news agency, Xinhua reported. Chinese foreign minister, Wang Yi has so far been the highest ranking Chinese politician to have directly blamed India on the military impasse.

The remarks “invading enemies” assume significance on the backdrop of the ongoing Doklam tri-junction standoff between the two sides.

The armies of both countries have been engaged in a standoff since June 16 in Sikkim section where India and China share a 220-km-long border.

China has maintained that there won't be a meaningful dialogue without the unconditional withdrawal of Indian troops.

Meanwhile, India maintains that the unilateral action by China to build a road in the area was altering the status quo and had serious security implications for India.