Goa, Aug. 22 -- A day after India and China agreed to resume border trade through Lipulekh, Nepal on Wednesday said that the territory is its inseparable part and also incorporated in its official map.

"The Nepal government is clear that Limpiyadhura, Lipulekh and Kalapani, situated East of Mahakali river, are inseparable parts of Nepal. These are also officially incorporated in the Nepalese map, included in the Constitution as well," the foreign ministry said.

Responding to the Nepal government's statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said such claims are "neither justified nor based on historical facts and evidence".

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "Border trade between India and China through Lipulekh Pass commence...