Xi Jinping Meets Modi, Proposes Four Views on Advancing China-India Relations in a Steady and Long-Term Manner

On September 12 local time, during the 18th meeting of BRICS leaders in New Delhi, India, Xi Jinping met with Indian Prime Minister Modi and put forward four views on the development of ChinaIndia relations, stressing that objective and rational strategic understanding, a philosophy of winwin cooperation, political wisdom grounded in mutual respect and mutual understanding, and open and inclusive multilateral coordination should be used to promote steady progress in bilateral relations. The report noted that Xi said China and India should view each other as partners and opportunities for development, rather than rivals or threats. The two sides should also expand exchanges and cooperation in areas such as peopletopeople ties and direct flights, improve the foundation of public opinion, and properly address concerns in trade and economic relations, thereby promoting the healthy and stable development of bilateral economic and trade relations. On the border issue, Xi stressed the need to uphold the dualtrack approach of advancing bilateral relations and the border issue in parallel and reinforcing each other, and to safeguard peace and tranquility in border areas. The article also mentioned that the 25th meeting of the Special Representatives on the ChinaIndia boundary question was held in Beijing this August and reached consensus. In addition, Xi called on China and India to strengthen cooperation within multilateral frameworks such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and the Group of Twenty, and jointly address global challenges. The report held that this meeting provided direction for the further development of ChinaIndia relations and also contributed to cooperation among the Global South.