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"India-China relations have registered "positive strides" over the last year. There has been a series of compelling outcomes across the board," said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Friday as he went on to address reporters regarding progress in bilateral relations during his annual press conference.
Such developments were closely following the end of a prolonged military standoff within eastern Ladakh that lasted over four years.
According to Wang, substantial improvement followed the breakthrough meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their meeting in Kazan, Russia: both leaders provided strategic guidance for improving bilateral relations, which led to the convening of several dialogue mechanisms.
The culmination of the disengagement process late last year marked a key turning point, whereby the two countries agreed to step back troops regarding Depsang and Demchok-the last areas of friction remaining in eastern Ladakh. This deal facilitated receding tensions and reinstated diplomatic engagements.
After Modi met Xi in October, the 23rd Special Representatives dialogue was held in December, during which National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Wang Yi participated. In addition, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited Beijing for further talks with his Chinese counterpart in January.
Wang said that, of course, boundaries exist, but "they cannot preclude or impede the overall relationship." "It will resonate well in the cooperation arena, the world's two largest neighboring countries," he added, saying that ancient civilizations have their wisdom to maintain peace at the borders and sort their differences.
He concluded by expressing China's commitment to working with India in enhancing bilateral ties as both countries celebrate 75 years of bilateral ties in 2025.
