India-China Talks: ‘Should regard each other as partners,’ says Wang Yi, Jaishankar stresses ‘de-escalation on border’ – Key highlights – India News

Foreign Minister S Jaishankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New Delhi on Monday. Jaishankar kicked off the meeting saying that the two countries have seen a “difficult period” but both seek to move ahead. “This requires a candid and constructive approach from both sides,” Jaishankar said. He added that to achieve this, both countries need to build “mutual respect, mutual sensitivity and mutual interest”, and that any sort of difference should not be turned into a conflict or dispute.

Jaishankar highlights Wang Yi’s important meet with Ajit Doval on Tuesday

Looking ahead to Wang’s meeting with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Tuesday, Jaishankar stressed on the importance of reducing tensions at the border. He said that this meeting is going to be very important as it will build the basis of maintaining “peace and tranquility” in border regions. “It is also essential that the de-escalation process move forward,” Jaishankar said.

Wider Global Issues

Jaishankar also spoke about global issues, saying that when two of the world’s largest nations meet, international matters naturally come up. He stressed the need for a fair and balanced world order, especially in Asia. He also highlighted the importance of reforming international institutions and maintaining stability in the global economy.

Speaking on terrorism, Jaishankar underlined that fighting it in every form remains a major priority. However, he did not make any public mention of China’s military support to Pakistan.

Strengthening Bilateral Relations

Jaishankar further said that India expects for this discussion to contribute to building a “stable, cooperative and forward-looking relationship between India and China, one that serves both our interests and addresses our concerns.”

He added that India had worked closely with China during its presidency of the SCO grouping and wished for a “successful Summit with strong outcomes and decisions.”

Welcomed Politburo member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Delhi this evening.

Highlighted that our relations are best guided by the three mutuals – mutual respect, mutual sensitivity and mutual interest. As we seek to move ahead from a difficult period in our ties, it needs a… pic.twitter.com/xRMYm4Nqpv

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 18, 2025

China’s position

Wang Yi said exchanges between the two countries were gradually being restored and called on both sides to see each other as partners, not as rivals or threats. He also urged India and China, as major developing nations, to set an example of unity for others.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said in Beijing that the talks have helped in addressing boundary issues. She pointed out that during the 23rd round of talks last year between Ajit Doval and Wang Yi, both sides had agreed on several points, which are now being put into action. These include working on defining the border, improving management, setting up mechanisms, and encouraging cross-border exchanges.

She noted that the upcoming meeting between Wang Yi and Doval would build on those earlier agreements and continue detailed discussions with India to maintain peace and stability along the border. Mao also said that China hopes to use these agreements to deepen political trust, increase cooperation, manage differences in a constructive way, and strengthen overall relations with India.

Steps taken towards normalising India-China ties

As part of confidence-building measures, following steps have already been taken:

• The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra was resumed.
• India restarted issuing tourist visas to Chinese nationals.
• Talks are ongoing to resume direct flights between the two countries.
• Earlier this year, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited China.
• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Jaishankar attended SCO meetings in China.
• National Security Adviser Ajit Doval also visited Beijing in June.

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