The 16th BRICS Summit, held in Kazan, Russia, saw a significant development in the ongoing India-China border dispute. At the summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met for the first time since 2020. This meeting resulted in a significant agreement to “completely disengage and resolve” the border issues that arose in 2020.
Key outcomes of the Modi-Xi dialogue include:
- De-escalation of tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC): The two leaders agreed to stabilize and rebuild bilateral relations. They emphasized the importance of properly handling differences and disputes.
- Joint patrols of the disputed border: India and China agreed to start joint patrols of their disputed border. This marks a significant step towards resolving the long-standing territorial dispute.
- Meeting of Special Representatives: The Special Representatives on the India-China boundary question will meet at an early date. They will oversee the management of peace and tranquility in border areas. They will also explore a fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable solution to the boundary question.
This agreement is seen as a positive step. It aims to improve bilateral relations between India and China. These relations have been strained since the 2020 border standoff. The two countries have agreed to utilize relevant dialogue mechanisms at the level of Foreign Ministers. Other officials will also use these mechanisms to further stabilize and improve bilateral relations.
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