Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar reaffirmed commitments to strengthening bilateral ties during high-level talks in Beijing on Monday, emphasizing mutual trust and shared development goals.
Foundations of Cooperation
Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed that both nations should 'adhere to the direction of good-neighborliness and friendship' while pursuing mutual respect and peaceful coexistence. He highlighted opportunities for collaboration in multilateral platforms like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and called for joint efforts to stabilize global supply chains and safeguard the interests of the Global South.
India's Strategic Vision
Jaishankar described India and China as 'development partners rather than competitors,' advocating for long-term strategic engagement. He emphasized preventing differences from escalating into disputes and ensuring competition 'does not lead to conflict.' The Indian minister also expressed support for enhanced coordination in multilateral forums to advance a multipolar world order.
Path Forward
Both sides agreed to expand economic exchanges and maintain open communication channels. Wang reiterated China's commitment to upholding multilateralism, while Jaishankar reaffirmed India's policy of strategic autonomy. The dialogue concluded with a shared pledge to promote regional stability and prosperity across Asia.
