In a massive move towards improving bilateral ties post the 2020 border clash, China on Tuesday not only agreed to initiate talks for the delimitation of the unsettled border, but it also committed to supplying rare-earth minerals and fertilisers to India.

Ajit Doval said during his initial remarks in talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting for the SCO Summit soon.

During the talks with Wang Yi, the Prime Minister stressed that peace and tranquillity along the border are essential for bilateral relations

PM Modi noted improved India-China relations since his meeting with Xi, anticipating further progress at the SCO Summit. NSA Doval and Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed border stability and bilateral ties with Wang Yi.

During talks in New Delhi, EAM S. Jaishankar told Chinese FM Wang Yi that India’s position on Taiwan remains unchanged, even as Beijing agreed to restore supplies of fertilizers, rare earth