Wang Yi on Narendra Modi

Wang Yi, representing China's foreign policy, has expressed a strong interest in fostering a positive and stable relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, particularly following a perceived turning point in late 2024. He emphasized the need to adhere to the strategic positioning of viewing India as a partner, not a rival, regardless of past disputes, including those along the boundary. This stance aligns with implementing common understandings reached by their respective leaders, aiming for a new course of improvement in bilateral ties characterized by mutual respect and sensitivity to each other's interests.

This engagement is framed within a broader context where both nations, as major developing countries, share the common task of accelerating development and contributing to a multipolar world order. Wang Yi views the steady, predictable, and constructive progress in relations as crucial for Asian stability and global benefit, underscoring a strategic imperative to manage differences prudently, especially concerning boundary issues, to ensure they do not derail the overall relationship. The recent high-level exchanges have focused on restarting dialogue mechanisms and deepening mutually beneficial cooperation across various fields.