Meeting Between Indian Prime Minister and Chinese President
On August 31, 2025, Prime Minister met with Chinese President on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral relations between India and China, emphasizing the importance of peace along the border.
Key Outcomes of the Meeting
- Border Disengagement: The leaders noted with satisfaction the previous year's successful disengagement and maintenance of peace and tranquility along the border areas.
- Boundary Resolution: They expressed a commitment to a fair and mutually acceptable resolution of the boundary question.
Discussion on Broader Relations
- Strategic Autonomy: Indian Prime Minister emphasized that India-China relations should not be viewed through a "third-country lens," despite ongoing U.S. tariff wars.
- Common Ground Expansion: Both leaders agreed to expand their common ground on various bilateral, regional, and global issues, including terrorism and fair trade.
Chinese President's Remarks
- Cooperation vs. Rivalry: He stated that China and India should cooperate rather than be seen as rivals. He metaphorically described the relationship as a "cooperative pas de deux of the dragon and the elephant."
- Development Partners: It was affirmed that India and China are development partners, and their differences should not escalate into disputes.
