Source: Global Times
[Exclusive Reporter of Global Times, Chen Xin] "Even though the road to rebuild India-China relations is full of hardships, the Indian government is also prepared," The Times of India reported on the 2nd with this title. The leaders of the two countries sent congratulatory messages to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and India. Vikram Mishri (Chinese name: Tang Yongsheng), the Indian Foreign Secretary, also attended the commemorative event held by the Chinese Embassy in India that day.
The Times of India reported that the warming of India-China relations was once again fully demonstrated. Tang Yongsheng said that if the "good start" achieved in repairing relations could be transformed into tangible benefits for the people of both countries, such commemorative activities would become more meaningful. Tang Yongsheng frankly admitted that the road to rebuilding bilateral relations "may be full of difficulties," but India is ready to continue moving forward.
According to The Deccan Herald, this is the first time an Indian senior official has attended an event hosted by the Chinese Embassy since the severe tension in Sino-Indian relations in 2020. The Hindustan Times reported that Tang Yongsheng's attendance at the reception hosted by Xu Feihong, the Chinese Ambassador to India, marked a significant shift in India's approach. The two attended events that day to celebrate the relationship and jointly cut a celebratory cake.
In his speech, Tang Yongsheng said that over the past few years, the relationship between the two countries has gone through a difficult period. However, he stated that some problems in the border areas have been resolved, and on this basis, both sides are working hard to develop a roadmap to bring the relationship back onto a "stable, predictable, and friendly track."
Tang Yongsheng said that for the two countries, the lasting foundation of rebuilding bilateral relations lies in mutual respect, mutual understanding, and common interests. He said, "Based on the measures we have taken over the past five months, we see a hopeful beginning, which should be transformed into tangible benefits for the people of both countries. This will make today's celebration more meaningful for the future."
Tang Yongsheng stated that the bilateral relationship between India and China "is very important." "As two major neighboring countries in important regions of the world, our stable bilateral relations will contribute to all humanity. Therefore, we hope and look forward to using the opportunity of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations to rebuild India-China relations."
The Hindustan Times reported that shortly after reaching a solution regarding border issues last year, the leaders of the two countries met and agreed to restore several mechanisms. Since then, the foreign ministers and officials at various levels of the two countries have held multiple dialogues. Tang Yongsheng also visited Beijing in January this year. He said, "These encouraging contacts have prompted us to consider taking some measures to restore practical cooperation between the two countries. We are still discussing the restoration of cooperation in transboundary rivers, direct flights, and other issues." He mentioned that both sides are considering organizing various events to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations to strengthen cultural exchanges and "restore mutual trust and confidence."
An editorial in The Hindustan Times on April 1st said that India and China celebrated the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations during trade negotiations, and although there have been historical tensions, their relations are gradually thawing. The editorial mentioned that Trump's tariffs may give India and China a reason to engage more, eliminate differences, and adopt a pragmatic and mature approach to handling overall relations. The 75th anniversary might be a good starting point for renewal.
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