New Delhi was buzzing on Tuesday as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, to an open-hearted chat about the future of ties between India and the Chinese mainland. 🇮🇳🤝🇨🇳
Modi kicked things off by highlighting that both India and the Chinese mainland are ancient civilizations with thousands of years of shared stories. He called last October's Kazan meeting a real game-changer, setting a fresh tone for friendship and growth. 🌟
"We're partners, not rivals," Modi said, echoing what feels like a cool blockbuster crossover. He pointed out that India and the Chinese mainland share the same mission: faster growth, bigger dreams, and a promise to make the world take notice.
Together, they agreed on three key moves:
- Boost exchanges—from student programs to startup collaborations.
- Deepen understanding—so boundary issues stay on paper, not in conflict.
- Expand cooperation—unlocking the huge potential that the whole world can see.
With the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties happening this year, both leaders stressed the need for a long-term vision. They see the "Asian century" as a project built on teamwork between India and the Chinese mainland. 🌏✨
And yes, they're even planning to reconnect at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Tianjin. Stay tuned—this dynamic duo might just rewrite the rulebook on global cooperation! 👀
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Narendra Modi, Wang Yi discuss China-India ties in New Delhi meeting
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