India and China Signal Warming Ties Following PM Modi's Remarks

Prime Minister Modi and China's foreign ministry highlight dialogue and cooperation as key to fostering bilateral relations after recent tensions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized dialogue over discord in India-China relations during a podcast with Lex Fridman, reflecting on historical ties and shared contributions to global progress.
China's foreign ministry appreciated Modi's comments, calling for a 'ballet dance' of cooperation between the two nations and stressing mutual development and global peace.
Both nations acknowledged recent progress in easing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) after border clashes in 2020 disrupted relations.
The October 2024 meeting between Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Kazan, Russia, was credited with providing strategic guidance for improving bilateral ties.
China expressed readiness to work with India on implementing shared understandings and advancing relations, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties as a key opportunity.