{
  "id": 6926650,
  "title": "Xi tells Modi there is ‘ample scope’ to learn from each other’s strengths",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/xi-tells-modi-there-is-ample-scope-to-learn-from-each-others-strengths",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-12T13:02:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Reuters Business via SCMP",
    "slug": "reuters-business-via-scmp",
    "url": "https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3367314/xi-tells-modi-there-ample-scope-learn-each-others-strengths"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized during his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday that there is significant potential for mutual learning and support between their nations, despite their differing national circumstances. The two discussed various aspects of bilateral relations, including trade, investment, the long-standing border dispute, and the normalization of ties. Xi highlighted that as the world's most populous countries and key members of the Global South, both nations bear substantial responsibilities in shaping an international landscape marked by turbulence and change. He urged the leaders to focus on the future of humanity and prioritize cooperation within the expanded Brics framework, advocating for an equitable and inclusive global economic order. The meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the Brics summit in New Delhi, was conducted amid heightened security measures. Xi, accompanied by a 70-strong delegation and key officials, arrived in India around midday on Saturday. The visit underscores the economic significance of the trip, as both countries' ties have been gradually re-established after a period of strained relations following a military clash in 2020. The first major diplomatic breakthrough occurred in October 2024, when Modi and Xi met during a Brics summit in Russia following an agreement on disengagement along the border. Since then, high-level exchanges have resumed, including direct flights, pilgrimages, and dialogue channels. The two sides also issued a joint statement and eight-point consensus, pledging to maintain border tranquility, establish new working groups, and resume discussions on border trade and pilgrimages. The ultimate challenge lies in translating this diplomatic progress into tangible economic benefits, as the existing relationship remains unequal and sensitive.",
  "summary": "Chinese President Xi Jinping told Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday that although the two countries had different national circumstances, “there is ample scope for us to learn from each other’s strengths, offer mutual support, achieve shared success and pursue common development”. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the Brics summit in New Delhi, where trade, investment, the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}