Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a meeting, in Tianjin, China. (File photo) NEW DELHI: India and China held discussions on border-related issues, news agency Reuters reported on Wednesday, quoting China’s defence ministry. Both sides had “active and in-depth communication on the control of the western section of the China-India border.”Chinese Envoy Hails India-China Direct Flight Service Resumption After Five Years After Border RowThe statement added that the two countries agreed to continue maintaining contact. “Agreed to continue to maintain communication and dialogue through military and diplomatic channels,” the ministry said, as quoted by Reuters.The development comes days after the resumption of direct flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou. The flight service between the two cities restarted on Sunday, marking the first direct commercial connection after a five-year gap.Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited China in August, his first trip in seven years, to attend a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation regional security meeting. During the visit, PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that India and China are development partners, not rivals, and discussed strengthening trade amid global tariff uncertainties. Addressing a media briefing earlier, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We had issued a press release and thereafter I understand that commercial activity in this regard has started. This is, of course, in line with the growing trend towards normalisation in the relationship between India and China.”About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosOne Dead, Thousands Evacuated as Cyclone Montha Tears Through Andhra and OdishaGround Report From Supaul: Voters Reveal Poll Mood; Employment, Liquor Ban Key Issues | BiharChampion Of Global Boot-Licking? Pakistan Competes For Gold In Trump Flattery OlympicsEscalation Fears Mount As Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks End Without Conclusion In Turkey’7 Brand-New Beautiful Planes Shot Down’: Trump Repeats India-Pak Ceasefire Claim In JapanDelhi Tries to Make It Rain With Cloud Seeding: A High-Stakes Weather Experiment to Fight Toxic AirHAL to Manufacture SJ-100 Airliner in India, First Indigenous Passenger Jet Effort Since 1988Biometric Crackdown: Green Card Holders Face New Rules as US Tightens Immigration SecurityLawrence Bishnoi’s Key Operative Jagdeep ‘Jagga’ Held at US-Canada Border After Global Manhunt29-Yr-Old Indian Anilkumar Bolla Becomes UAE’s Biggest Lottery Winner Ever in ₹240 Cr Lucky Day Draw123 Photostories From kaftans to coastlines: Kareena Kapoor’s vacay vibes are always on pointFrom Wednesday Addams to Maleficent: Iconic Halloween costume ideas from Hollywood movies and seriesMagnesium: 10 surprising natural sources you probably never knew aboutWhat makes owls so special? The secrets behind their powers5 fashion-forward saree-styling ideas with your winter closetDoctor rates 8 Ayurvedic herbs that naturally help lower blood pressureHow to beat procrastination and start achieving your goalsBollywood sisterhood rises from childhood dreams to screen power4 foods to combine with beetroot to boost iron intakeHalloween 2025: 8 last-minute costume ideas inspired by movies and TV series123Hot PicksCyclone MonthaBank Holiday TodayBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays OctoberBank Holidays OctoberTop TrendingMizkifRussell WilsonCardi BTravis KelceTom WillanderNHL Rumor Roundup 2025Los Angeles Clippers vs Golden State WarriorsWilliam NylanderJoe RoganKai Trump
NEW DELHI: India and China held discussions on border-related issues, news agency Reuters reported on Wednesday, quoting China’s defence ministry. Both sides had “active and in-depth communication on the control of the western section of the China-India border.”
The statement added that the two countries agreed to continue maintaining contact. “Agreed to continue to maintain communication and dialogue through military and diplomatic channels,” the ministry said, as quoted by Reuters.The development comes days after the resumption of direct flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou. The flight service between the two cities restarted on Sunday, marking the first direct commercial connection after a five-year gap.Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited China in August, his first trip in seven years, to attend a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation regional security meeting. During the visit, PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that India and China are development partners, not rivals, and discussed strengthening trade amid global tariff uncertainties. Addressing a media briefing earlier, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We had issued a press release and thereafter I understand that commercial activity in this regard has started. This is, of course, in line with the growing trend towards normalisation in the relationship between India and China.”
