PM Modi China Visit: It is important for the dragon and the elephant to come together... What did Jinping say in his meeting with the PM

PM Modi China Visit: The meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping after 7 years has started a new chapter on the global stage. In this bilateral meeting held in Tianjin, China, the two leaders held intense talks for about 1 hour. This meeting has taken place at a time when tensions are increasing in global trade due to US tariff policies. The eyes of not only India and China, but the whole world were fixed on this meeting, especially considering that this meeting could become a challenge for US President Donald Trump.

Xi Jinping's statement: Dragon and elephant uniting

During the meeting, Chinese President Xi Jinping said in his address, "Prime Minister Modi, it is a great pleasure to meet you. I welcome you to China for the SCO summit. Our meeting in Kazan last year was very successful." He further said, "The world is changing rapidly. India and China are two ancient civilizations and the most populous countries. We are part of the Global South. Therefore, it is very important for us to be friends, to be good neighbors and for the dragon and elephant to come together." Xi Jinping stressed the need to handle the relations between the two countries from a strategic and long-term perspective. He said, "We should work together for peace and prosperity in Asia and the whole world."

PM Modi's emphasis: Peace, stability and cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized on peace and stability on the border, mutual cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations in the meeting. He expressed gratitude to the Chinese President for his warm welcome and said, "Our previous discussion in Kazan has given a positive direction to our relations."

In the meeting, the two leaders agreed on border management. Apart from this, there was also a discussion on resuming the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, which can further strengthen the cultural and religious ties between the two countries.

Importance of the meeting in the global context

This meeting is important in many ways. The unity of India and China amid US tariff policies can affect global trade and geopolitical equations. Xi Jinping's statement of the "dragon and elephant" uniting is being seen as a strong message reflecting the unity and cooperation of the Global South. This statement is not only a step towards strengthening bilateral relations but also signals further strengthening of the position of both countries on the global stage.

Way forward

This meeting between India and China is not only important towards resolving border disputes and mutual cooperation issues but it also underlines the shared responsibility of both countries for global peace and prosperity. Both leaders agreed that strategic dialogue and cooperation must be deepened further.