Xi-Modi talks on BRICS sidelines hint at thaw in India-China ties
On the BRICS sidelines in New Delhi, Modi and Xi pledged to pursue a fair, mutually acceptable resolution of the border question and to deepen cultural, trade, and transport links, signaling a cautious thaw after years of tension. Xi’s visit—his first to India in seven years—comes despite unresolved territorial issues and continued high military deployments, underscoring a blend of cooperation and rivalry in their relationship.