New Delhi signals shift toward Beijing as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on first China trip since bloody Galwan Valley clash seven years ago. Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping during Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin.
Leaders discussed boosting trade and political relations, Indian media reports. Modi emphasized advancing ties based on mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity. He noted fresh thinking on border issues created peaceful, stable environment.
Xi stressed importance of India and China as friends and good neighbors. SCO summit, running until Monday, hosts leaders from nearly 20 countries, including Russian President Vladimir Putin—invited by Xi—and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
US media outlet New York Times reveals President Donald Trump canceled planned India visit for Quad summit in New Delhi. Strains emerged over trade tariffs and Pakistan disputes, once-close allies now distant. Modi seeks new partners amid growing rift.
