Modi-Xi talks put India-China thaw to the test
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on Saturday during the BRICS summit in New Delhi, aiming to mend ties strained by a border clash six years ago. Xi emphasized a strategic, long-term approach to relations and urged both nations to leverage each other's strengths, support one another, and strive for common development.
Both leaders reiterated their commitment to resolving the boundary dispute fairly and mutually, guided by mutual respect, sensitivity, and interest. The summit marks Xi's first visit to India since 2019, representing an effort toward a cautious thaw between the nations, which have been at odds since a deadly border clash in 2020.
While India and China have taken steps to ease tensions, deep mistrust persists, with the two nuclear-armed powers still disputing certain border areas. India's trade deficit with China, restrictions on Chinese investment and technology, and competing strategic interests in Asia continue to impact relations.
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