1 / 10Modi-China Talks: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tianjin, China, on Saturday for his first visit since 2018. On Sunday, he met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations, global trade, and regional security. They agreed to approach their long-standing border disputes in a fair and mutually acceptable manner, emphasising cooperation over rivalry. (PTI Photo)
2 / 10Border Resolution Pledge: During their meeting, Modi and Xi reaffirmed their commitment to resolving the India-China border issue. They noted that differences should not escalate into disputes. Both leaders welcomed the disengagement of troops along the border last year and stressed the importance of maintaining peace and tranquillity. They emphasised that a stable border environment is key to the development of bilateral ties. (AP Photo)
3 / 10Strategic Partnership: Modi and Xi agreed that India and China are development partners, not rivals. They discussed shared responsibilities in stabilising global trade amid economic turbulence triggered by US tariffs. Both leaders emphasised strategic autonomy, noting that third countries should not influence bilateral relations. They also underlined the need to expand cooperation on terrorism, trade, and multilateral platforms. (PTI Photo)
4 / 10Progress Review: The leaders reviewed progress since their last meeting in Kazan in October 2024. Both welcomed the positive momentum in India-China ties. Modi highlighted that relations have moved in a “meaningful direction” and noted the peaceful border environment. Xi expressed hope that the Tianjin meeting would further promote the healthy and stable development of bilateral relations. (PTI Photo)
5 / 10SCO Engagement: Modi expressed support for China’s SCO presidency and invited Xi to the BRICS summit India will host in 2026. Xi accepted the invitation and pledged China’s support for India’s BRICS presidency. The SCO summit in Tianjin brought together leaders from Russia, Pakistan, Iran, and other countries in Eurasia. Modi’s discussions focused on regional security, development, and multilateral cooperation. (PTI Photo)
6 / 10Global Trade Focus: Both leaders recognised the role of their economies in stabilising world trade. Modi emphasised cooperation for the welfare of 2.8 billion people in India and China. Xi stressed that economic development should remain the focus of bilateral relations. They agreed to maintain a long-term perspective and uphold multilateralism in international relations, including trade policies. (PTI Photo)
7 / 10Bilateral Meetings: On the sidelines, Xi held meetings with leaders from the Maldives, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Belarus. Russian President Vladimir Putin also arrived in Tianjin on Sunday to participate in the summit. Modi’s talks with Xi were highlighted as the first high-level India-China meeting since relations cooled after the 2020 border clashes. The discussions included trade, direct flights, and border management. (PTI Photo)
8 / 10Regional Security: Modi and Xi discussed the broader regional context, including terrorism and stability in South Asia. They agreed to support the ongoing talks between their Special Representatives. Both leaders emphasised that differences should be addressed politically and with long-term bilateral interests in mind. They committed to continuing cooperation through regional forums such as the SCO. (PTI Photo)
9 / 10Economic Cooperation: Modi and Xi agreed to resume direct flights and facilitate trade and pilgrimages across the border. They noted recent measures easing restrictions on movement and commerce. The leaders stressed the importance of sustainable economic growth and mutual benefit. They highlighted that cooperation, not confrontation, should guide future India-China relations, even amid challenges posed by global economic tensions. (PTI Photo)
10 / 10Summit Outlook: The Tianjin SCO summit is expected to continue until Monday, with leaders from over 20 countries participating. Modi and Xi’s meeting set the tone for cooperation in the region. Russian President Putin will also hold talks with both leaders. The summit underscores China’s role in regional diplomacy, with India actively participating in initiatives that promote dialogue, trade, and security. (Reuters Photo)
