By Mewati Sitaram
In a significant diplomatic exchange, China and India have signalled their intentions to recalibrate their bilateral relationship, emphasizing cooperation over competition. The dialogue comes as both nations seek to address tensions stemming from their 2020 border complications.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun highlighted the strategic importance of collaboration between these two ancient civilizations, which together represent over 2.8 billion people. He emphasized that partnership between the world’s two largest developing nations aligns with the growing influence of the Global South and contributes to regional stability.
The discussion follows Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s recent remarks in Mumbai, where he stressed the importance of mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity in rebuilding bilateral ties. Jaishankar’s comments pointed to the need for long-term strategic planning in the relationship’s evolution.
Guo referenced the significant meeting between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kazan, where both leaders agreed to view each other as development partners rather than competitors. The Chinese spokesperson emphasized the importance of returning to “healthy and stable development” in bilateral relations.
Looking beyond bilateral issues, both nations are encouraged to embrace the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and support true multilateralism. The focus remains on fostering an equal, multipolar world order and inclusive economic globalization.
This diplomatic exchange represents a potential shift in Sino-Indian relations, suggesting a move toward pragmatic cooperation despite ongoing challenges.
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