seniorspectrumnewspaper – India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi have praised “steady” progress in their nations’ strained relationship. Their discussions included plans to resume trade, flights, and cultural exchanges. Both sides emphasized respect for each other’s interests while aiming to resolve the long-running Himalayan border dispute.
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Wang Yi’s visit to Delhi set the stage for Modi’s upcoming trip to Beijing in October, his first since 2018. The two nuclear powers experienced heightened tensions in 2020 when a border clash resulted in deaths on both sides. Marking their worst violence in decades. Since then, they have engaged in talks to reduce conflict and fortify borders while agreeing to patrol pacts and troop withdrawals.
In meetings with India’s foreign affairs minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and national security adviser Ajit Doval. Wang discussed “de-escalation, delimitation, and boundary affairs.” Chinese state media framed this as exploring progress on boundary demarcation negotiations. Wang expressed hope, saying the restored border stability benefits both peoples.
India also raised concerns over China’s plan to build the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet. Delhi fears the dam could affect downstream communities in India and neighboring countries.
Social media posts and official statements highlighted the need for trust and support between the countries. Both governments aim to rebuild relations amid complex geopolitical changes triggered by global trade shifts and regional security challenges.
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The recent thaw in India-China relations coincides with ongoing global trade tensions. Particularly involving the US under former President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. India, a key US ally in Asia and a member of the Quad alliance. Faces new tariffs following its oil purchases from Russia. The US plans to impose an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, raising the total to 50%. India calls these tariffs “unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable” and pledges to protect its interests.
Meanwhile, Russia continues to strengthen ties with India. A senior Russian official confirmed ongoing oil supplies to India and announced a planned visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Delhi later this year. Russia also hopes to revive a trilateral meeting involving India, China, and itself, emphasizing the importance of this diplomatic format.
Experts suggest that the US tariff regime and perceived reduction in US involvement in the Indo-Pacific region have accelerated efforts by India and China to stabilize relations. However, fundamental differences remain, especially concerning core security and border issues. Analysts say India prioritizes managing tensions with China while balancing its complex relationship with the US.
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After India, Wang Yi is scheduled to visit Pakistan, China’s close ally and India’s rival. Recent clashes between India and Pakistan involved Chinese-made military equipment. China describes Pakistan as an “all-weather strategic partner” and pledges cooperation with both neighbors. Hoping they can manage their differences peacefully.
Looking ahead, India and China face challenges but also opportunities to build a more stable relationship amid shifting regional and global geopolitical landscapes. The upcoming meetings and negotiations will be crucial to shaping South Asia’s future security and economic ties.
