As the two nations commemorated the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, which were first established in 1950, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited India in August 2025 and made a commitment to sustain and strengthen the positive momentum in their bilateral relations.
During their meeting in New Delhi, Wang Yi spoke with External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar about a variety of subjects, such as trade and economic concerns, pilgrimages, interpersonal interactions, border trade, connectivity, sharing of river data, and bilateral exchanges.
After a time of stress, particularly following the 2020 Galwan confrontation, Wang Yi underlined that the relationship between China and India is now displaying a favorable trend towards cooperation. With a combined population of more than 2.8 billion, he said that both countries had a global duty to function as great powers and serve as role models for developing nations by fostering unification, multipolarity, and democratization of international relations.
He emphasized the significance of preserving calm and tranquility along the border and resuming all forms of communication and interaction, including allowing Indian pilgrims to return to Tibet’s holy places.
The Chinese Foreign Minister advocated for a change in strategic vision toward mutual respect and trust, calling on both nations to see one another as partners and possibilities rather than adversaries or dangers. Wang Yi also emphasized China’s readiness to support the values of friendship, honesty, reciprocity, and inclusivity, collaborating with India to create a neighborhood that is safe, prosperous, and welcoming.
In agreement, EAM Dr. Jaishankar emphasized the necessity for open and productive communication and emphasized that disagreements shouldn’t turn into arguments or confrontations. He cited Wang Yi’s visit as a chance to evaluate bilateral relations and talk about shared interests and the state of the world.
The visit followed preceding moves to reduce tensions such as the disengagement process along the Line of Actual Control concluded in late 2024 and the gradual resumption of patrols and diplomatic communication. In order to improve people-to-people ties, there have also been talks about resuming border trade, direct flights, and giving more tourist permits.
After years of icy and cautious relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is anticipated to visit China shortly for the leaders’ meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, signifying a thaw and a major diplomatic reset. In the face of larger global uncertainties and trade problems characterized by geopolitical developments like the US trade tariffs, the ongoing dialogue aims to stabilize relationships and promote cooperation.
With the goal of using the historic 75-year diplomatic milestone as a springboard for future collaboration and regional stability, the India-China relationship in 2025 demonstrates cautious but noticeable progress towards cooperation and peace-building.
