The disengagement of Indian and Chinese troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) laid a new turning point in bilateral relations. On the sidelines of the SCO summit, Modi stated the importance of mutual trust, respect and sensitivity toward each other in creating a stronger bond.
PM Modi also recalled seeing Xi in Kazan, where the discussions provided some positive momentum and congratulated the two nations on some progresses in the discussions on border management and on reviving people centered initiatives such as the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and the resumption of direct flights.
PM Modi, Chinese President hold bilateral talks in Tianjin
Read @ANI story | https://t.co/HWNhrWBDpy#India #China #PMModi #XiJinping #SCO #Tianjin pic.twitter.com/XoSz0V4xRN
— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) August 31, 2025
ALSO READ: PM Modi’s China Visit SCO Summit 2025 to Shape India’s Global Strategy: What’s the Agenda
India-China Broader Cooperation Beyond Borders
India and China have almost 2.8 billion people and share responsibilities that extend further than bilateral issues. In that light, Modi stated that cooperation between the two countries could contribute to global stability and human welfare.
Peace on the border is paramount for both sides, while new opportunities for collaboration would be a vital trade, investment and culture.
Global Context and Strategic Balancing
PM Modi’s visit comes at historical times and while India is witnessing some turbulence in its ties with the United States over tariff hikes on Indian goods and import of oil from Russia.
With all these factors put together and the importance of the India-China meeting rose for not only regional security but also the global economic order. It is reported that discussions included how to shield both economies from external shocks and keep the LAC stable through active management.
ALSO READ: “The End of This War Must Begin….”:Zelenskyy Calls PM Modi Ahead of SCO Summit
The meeting also followed Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s recent visit to India, during which both nations agreed on early initiatives, including accelerating its dialogues on border delimitation and trade flows. While the LAC situation is being monitored, officials described it as broadly stable and cautiously optimistic from both sides.
Looking Ahead at the SCO Summit
PM Modi is expected to engage with Russian President Vladimir Putin and other leaders on the sidelines of the SCO Summit. India continues to press for the bloc to put forth strong statements against cross-border terrorism, a long-standing concern for New Delhi.
For PM Modi, the summit is both an opportunity to ensure deeper multilateral cooperation and to recalibrate India’s strategic position in the changing global alignments.
ALSO READ: Justice Vikram Nath: How Delhi’s Stray Dogs Made Me Famous Globally
