In a significant move towards regional stability and economic growth, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met at the 16th BRICS Summit to discuss enhancing bilateral relations.
Xi emphasized the importance of China and India supporting each other's development aspirations. Highlighting their roles as major players in the Global South, he called for strengthened communication and cooperation, urging both nations to manage differences constructively.
\"Development is the biggest common denominator between China and India,\" Xi stated, advocating for partnership over competition. He underscored the need for both countries to adhere to historical trends and the right direction in their bilateral relations to advance their fundamental interests.
Modi echoed Xi's sentiments, stressing that stable India-China relations are crucial for both nations and their peoples. He highlighted that cooperation between these time-honored civilizations and major economies can significantly contribute to global economic recovery and the promotion of a multipolar world.
The leaders also discussed recent progress in resolving border issues through intensive communication. They agreed to maintain peace in border areas and seek fair solutions, reinforcing their commitment to long-term and strategic bilateral relations.
Both nations plans to engage in continuous dialogue between foreign ministers and officials at all levels to ensure the stability and growth of their relationship, aiming to handle bilateral relations from a strategic and long-term perspective.
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Xi urges China, India to support each other's pursuit of development
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