Jaishankar in China for SCO Meet, Hails ‘Positive Trajectory’ in India‑China Ties

On Monday, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing and invited a free dialogue between China and India in the backdrop of such a complex global scenario as he termed it.

Meanwhile, Jaishankar, in China to take part in Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Foreign Ministers Meeting, was confident that discussions in his presence would be helpful in maintaining the fresh boost in bilateral relations.

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According to Jaishankar, in his introductory speech in the meeting, India was very supportive of a successful Chinese presidency of the SCO and expressed the stable improvement of relationships since Prime Minister Modi met with President Jinping in Kazan in October. He added that he was optimistic that this trip would also make sure that the positive momentum stays in existence.

"Let me say that it is a pleasure to be with you during my visit to the SCO Foreign Ministers Meeting. India supports a successful Chinese presidency at the SCO. Our bilateral relationship, as you have pointed out, has been steadily improving since the meeting between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi Jinping in Kazan last October. I am confident that my discussions on this visit will maintain that positive trajectory," Jaishankar said.

Pleased to meet Vice President Han Zheng soon after my arrival in Beijing today.

Conveyed India’s support for China’s SCO Presidency.

Noted the improvement in our bilateral ties. And expressed confidence that discussions during my visit will maintain that positive trajectory. pic.twitter.com/F8hXRHVyOE

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) July 14, 2025

It was also stated by the External Affairs Minister that both countries had recently celebrated the 75 th anniversary of the establishing of diplomatic relations.

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"We have marked the 75th anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic relations. The resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is also widely appreciated in India. Continued normalisation of our ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes," he said.

In view of the complex nature of international affairs, the minister using the example of India and China as neighbours and key economies, asserted that the two countries are compelled to openly share outlooks and opinions.

"The international situation, as we meet today, is very complex. As neighbouring nations and major economies, an open exchange of views and perspectives between India and China is very important," he added.

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