“We Are Committed to Mutual Trust and Respect,” PM Modi Says in Meeting with Xi Jinping

Tianjin, China – During the SCO Summit in Tianjin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, focusing on strengthening ties and advancing cooperation between the two nations.

PM Modi began by congratulating President Xi on the successful chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and expressed gratitude for the warm reception.

Key Highlights from PM Modi’s Remarks:

• “There has been an agreement between our special representatives regarding border management.”

• Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has resumed.

• Direct flights between India and China are being restarted.

• He emphasized that the cooperation between the two nations impacts 2.8 billion people and can pave the way for global welfare.

• Modi also recalled the meaningful discussions in Kazan last year, noting the peace and stability on the border following troop returns.

#Watch Tianjin, China: During the bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “There has been an agreement on border management between our special representatives. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has resumed. Direct flights between the two countries also resumed … pic.twitter.com/smqqqlraudb

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Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Statement:

President Xi welcomed PM Modi to China for the SCO Summit and said, “Prime Minister, I am very happy to meet you again. Last year’s successful meeting in Kazan gave a positive direction to our bilateral relationship.”

The meeting reflects both countries’ commitment to mutual trust, respect, and cooperation, signaling a positive trajectory in India-China relations amid ongoing regional and global challenges.