Xi-Modi Thaw at BRICS Masks Deep Divisions Between Asian Rivals
· World · Bloomberg, The Japan Times
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held their first direct sit-down meeting on Indian soil in seven years. This diplomatic engagement signals a mutual intent to repair bilateral ties and manage the unpredictable nature of a Donald Trump administration. Despite this temporary thaw, deep-seated divisions between the two Asian powers remain unresolved. The leaders focused on de-escalating tensions while navigating a shifting global geopolitical landscape.
Why it matters
The de-escalation could lead to improved border stability in Ladakh, affecting regional security and trade relations. It also allows India and China to coordinate their strategic interests ahead of potential US foreign policy shifts.
Read the original report — Bloomberg
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