Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced that China and India are cooperating on the issue of cross-border terrorism. Xi Jinping, the Chinese President, recognized that cross-border terrorism is a matter of concern for both nations. During a press conference, Misri said the Prime Minister prioritized the issue, highlighting the shared impact on both India and China. Misri stated that China is providing understanding and cooperation in combating cross-border terrorism. Regarding border talks, Misri said that specific mechanisms have been created to advance discussions. He anticipates that these mechanisms will convene soon. Both countries see each other as partners in their domestic development goals. They believe that a stable relationship benefits the two countries. Common interests are seen as outweighing differences. Leaders agreed that disputes should not arise from differences. The two countries recognize the importance of cooperation for an Asian century and a multipolar world order. Both leaders emphasized the need to proceed from a political and strategic direction to reduce their bilateral trade deficit, facilitate bilateral trade and investment ties in both directions, and increase policy transparency and predictability.
