Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in Kazan, Russia, attending the 16th BRICS summit. During this visit, he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking their first formal discussion in five years.
Today’s historic meeting in Kazan has captured global attention, including that of the United States. As the leaders of two major Asian countries sit down together, the world watches closely.
Bilateral talks between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi are crucial amidst ongoing global unrest and various conflicts worldwide. The last encounter between the two leaders occurred during the BRICS summit in Brazil in 2019. Now, they reunite at the 2024 summit to discuss important issues.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Mishri elaborated on the bilateral talks scheduled between the two leaders during a press conference in Kazan, emphasizing the significance of this meeting.
Importantly, this discussion comes after India and China reached an agreement regarding patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. The military conflict between the two nations in this region has gradually calmed down. Additionally, China confirmed that it has agreed with India to resolve the ongoing tensions between their armed forces in eastern Ladakh.