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Rebuilding India-China ties: PM Modi, Xi Jinping meet on sidelines of SCO Summit - see pics

Last updated on - Aug 31, 2025, 12:33 IST
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PM Modi in China

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin, China, marking PM Modi’s first visit to China in over seven years. He arrived at Binhai International Airport after concluding a two-day visit to Japan. (Image: PTI)

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Bilateral talks

PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held bilateral talks on Sunday, amid the global impact of Washington's ongoing tariff disputes. (Image: ANI)

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Successful chairmanship

During his bilateral meeting with Xi Jinping, PM Modi said, "I congratulate you on China's successful chairmanship of the SCO. I thank you for the invitation to visit China and for our meeting today." (Image: ANI)

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Thaw in ties

In talks with Xi Jinping, PM Modi highlighted progress on border management, resumed Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and direct flights, stressing cooperation benefits billions and advances mutual trust. (Image: ANI)

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Signficant summit

PM Modi's meeting with Xi gained added significance amid tensions in India–US relations following the Trump administration’s trade and tariff policies. (Image: ANI)

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PM received warm w​elcome

PM Modi received a warm cultural reception at his hotel, with performances of Indian classical music and dance highlighting goodwill between India and China. (Image: PTI)

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PM to attend SCO summit

Soon after arriving in Tianjin, PM Modi said he was looking forward to the SCO Summit discussions and meetings with global leaders. During his stay, he is also scheduled to meet his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin.
(Image: PTI)

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India's role in ​​SCO

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has 10 member states: India, Belarus, China, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, along with several dialogue partners and observers. India joined as a full member in 2017, after serving as an observer since 2005. (Image: PTI)

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