China and India held their 31st border affairs meeting in Beijing this week, with both sides calling the atmosphere \"positive, friendly, and frank.\" ☮️ The talks come months after a key meeting between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and India's Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, where they pledged to resolve longstanding border disputes.
🇨🇳 Hong Liang of China's Foreign Affairs Department and 🇮🇳 India's Gourangalal Das led discussions, focusing on narrowing differences and expanding consensus. Both countries agreed to \"turn over a new page\" in border relations, emphasizing dialogue and mutual respect. Good vibes only? The statement suggests optimism! ⚡️
Key outcomes:
- Strengthened commitment to peace along disputed border areas
- Agreement to accelerate solutions that accommodate both sides’ concerns
- Continued joint efforts to maintain stability through existing treaties
Defense, immigration, and diplomatic officials from both nations attended the meeting, signaling a multi-department approach to easing tensions. 🌍 Will this mark a new chapter for Asia's two largest powers? Stay tuned!
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China, India hold meeting on border affairs in 'positive' atmosphere
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