Leaders Modi and Xi Jinping Aim for a Renewal in India-China Relations, Emphasizing Strategic Collaboration
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Delhi on August 18-19 has left an impression that both nations are starting to find common ground. However, China's stance towards India remains complex, with concerns and tensions persisting.
The visit marked a softening of China's rhetoric towards India, a trend that began in March. Yet, China's Ambassador to India, Hu Feihong, expressed concern over some people in India trying to undermine China's sovereignty on the Taiwan question and impede the improvement of China-India relations.
In a significant gesture, Hu shared a tweet in April, sharing a letter from President Xi to President Murmu marking the anniversary of 75 years of diplomatic ties between India and China. The letter expressed a desire to promote "strategic mutual trust... deepen communication and coordination on major international affairs."
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also indicated in April 2025 that the relations between India and China were developing positively, as suggested by preparations for a major summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
However, not everyone shares this optimistic view. Former Ambassador and China expert Ashok Kantha believes that Chinese intransigence towards India will remain, regardless of the outcomes of the SCO summit meeting.
China's hyphenation of India and Pakistan remains, with China's sympathies tilted towards Pakistan. This is further exacerbated by intelligence believed to have been given by China to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, which rankles within New Delhi.
Comments in the Chinese media suggest deep skepticism about India's China policy. The perceived softening of India's stance is seen as a sign of weakness, stemming from turbulence in its relations with the US.
The warming of relations between India and China is in large part due to the US's actions. The US has increased its rhetoric towards India to stop buying Russian oil and to encourage India to "act like a democracy." Yet, the Chinese envoy called the US a "bully" for imposing 50% tariffs on India in August.
Beijing still seems concerned about New Delhi's policy on Taiwan. Chinese media quoted Indian government sources who claim that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar was misquoted after the talks between Jaishankar and Wang, regarding Taiwan being part of China.
In conclusion, while there are signs of a thaw in China-India relations, tensions remain. The complexities of the relationship are influenced by various factors, including the US's role, domestic politics, and historical issues. Both nations will need to navigate these challenges to build a more stable and cooperative relationship.
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