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‘Sound and stable’, According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning, relations between China and India are beneficial to both nations’ interests as well as to peace and prosperity in the surrounding area and beyond.
When asked to respond to comments made recently by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the two nations’ bilateral relations, Mao made the comments during a daily press briefing, according to Xinhua news agency.
In an interview, Prime Minister Modi said that for India, the relationship with China is important and significant, and the two sides need to urgently address the prolonged situation on the borders so that the abnormality in the bilateral interactions can be put behind.
He added that stable and peaceful relations between India and China are important for not just the two countries, but the entire region, as he expressed hope and belief that through positive and constructive bilateral engagement at the diplomatic and military levels, the two countries will be able to restore and sustain peace and tranquility on the borders.
According to Mao, the boundary dispute is only one aspect of India-China ties and should be handled and positioned within bilateral relations.
She added that China and India keep in close communication about resolving matters pertaining to the border situation through diplomatic and military channels.
“We hope that India will work with China, approach the bilateral relations from a strategic height and long-term perspective, keep building trust and engaging in dialogue and cooperation, and seek to handle differences appropriately to put the relationship on a sound and stable track,” Mao said.
Source:IANS
