PM Meets Chinese President Jinping at SCO Summit in Tianjin

On 31st August 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, marking Modi’s first visit to China in seven years.

The meeting focused on stabilising bilateral relations, resolving the border issue, and strengthening cooperation on global economic challenges.

Key Points

Border Peace Linked to Ties: Prime Minister emphasised that peace and tranquillity on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) are essential for advancing India-China relations.
Boundary Resolution: Both leaders committed to a fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable solution to the boundary question.
Positive Momentum: The leaders noted progress since disengagement in 2024 and stressed that India and China are “partners, not rivals.”
Economic Stability: Discussions highlighted the importance of India-China cooperation in stabilising global trade and addressing challenges from U.S. tariff policies.
Strategic Autonomy: Prime Minister asserted that India-China ties should not be viewed through the lens of a third country.
People-to-People Ties: Both sides agreed to boost exchanges through direct flights, visa facilitation, and cultural links.
Multilateral Cooperation: Leaders called for joint efforts on terrorism, fair trade, and multipolarity at global platforms.