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China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yi, paid an official visit to India from August 18 to 19. Co-chairing the 24th Special Representatives’ dialogue with him was India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, who facilitated the bilateral talks between India and China. During his visit, Yi met with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on August 18 and Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday, August 19. The talks reached a consensus to maintain peace as the leaders reiterated the overall development of India-China relations. (Photo Source: PTI)
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On his interaction with Wang Yi on August 19, Prime Minister Modi firmly reiterated that peace and tranquillity along the India-China border are essential for any meaningful progress in their bilateral relations. He stressed that without stability at the borders, the broader ties between the two nations cannot develop healthily or sustainably. (Photo Source: PTI)
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During the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and NSA Ajit Doval met in New Delhi to discuss a range of issues, including recent border disputes and the importance of strategic coordination amidst geopolitical uncertainty. (Photo Source: PTI)
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Wang Yi addressed the main reason for the long-standing conflict between India and China – boundary issues. NSA Doval and China’s Wang Yi both agreed to keep communication channels open to tackle this issue. (Photo Source: PTI)
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The Chinese foreign minister also shared a positive view of his discussions with External Affairs Minister (EAM) Jaishankar on August 18. The EAM noted the need to enhance stability, given Trump’s imposed tariffs on allied countries. (Photo Source: PTI)
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During the meeting, both sides further agreed to resume direct flights and update the Air Space Agreement for easy facilitation of travel visas for promoting tourism and trade. In picture, NSA Doval and Wang Yi shake hands after concluding thier meeting on August 19. (Photo Source: PTI)
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Trade negotiations are set to be renewed through Lipulekh Pass, Shipki La Pass, and Nathu La Pass between the two nations. (Photo Source: PTI)
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In his remarks, PM Modi welcomed the progress in the India-China dialogue since his last meeting with Xi Jinping in Kazan and welcomed the revival of people-to-people exchanges, especially the resumption of the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. PM Modi concluded his meeting with Wang YI by affirming India’s willingness to engage positively in the upcoming SCO summit in China. (Photo Source: PTI)