Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Hold Bilateral Talks

Summary

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks and reviewed progress in India-China relations, with both sides emphasizing peace and stability along the border. China will take over the BRICS chairmanship next year and host the 19th BRICS Summit.

Key Points
  • Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi held bilateral talks at the summit seven years after Modi's previous visit to India.
  • Both leaders reviewed the steady progress in India-China relations and stressed peace and stability in border areas.
  • Modi said India and China should continue cooperation based on mutual respect, mutual benefit, and mutual sensitivity.
  • China announced it will assume the BRICS chairmanship next year and host the 19th BRICS Summit.
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