## PM Modi Meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at BRICS Summit
### First Formal Meeting in Five Years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Kazan, Russia, during the BRICS Summit. This meeting, on October 21, marked the first formal interaction between the two leaders in five years. Their last structured dialogue was in October 2019 in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.
### Agreement to Resume Regular Patrols Along LAC
The meeting comes after an agreement was reached to resume regular patrols along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. Both leaders welcomed the recent disengagement agreement and emphasized resolving issues peacefully.
Strengthening Bilateral Relations
PM Modi and President Xi highlighted the need for stable and amicable relations between India and China. They agreed that Special Representatives would meet soon to maintain peace in the border regions and seek a fair boundary solution.
### Aiming for Regional and Global Peace
The leaders acknowledged that stable India-China relations are essential for regional and global peace, contributing to a multi-polar world.
### Commitment to Peace and Dialogue
During the meeting, Prime Minister Modi stressed the significance of managing disputes effectively to prevent them from affecting peace and stability in border areas. Both leaders agreed to maintain regular communication through established dialogue mechanisms, including meetings between Foreign Ministers and other officials.
### Exploring Long-term Strategic Cooperation
PM Modi and President Xi underscored the importance of approaching bilateral relations from a strategic and long-term perspective. They expressed their commitment to enhancing strategic communication to tackle common challenges and strengthen ties between India and China.
Impact on Regional Stability and Global Prosperity
The leaders recognized the vital role that strong India-China relations play in promoting regional and global stability. Both nations, being the two most populous and rapidly developing countries, aim to contribute positively to a multi-polar Asia and a multi-polar world, fostering peace, prosperity, and cooperation on a larger scale.
### Moving Forward: Plans for Future Dialogue
As part of their discussion, PM Modi and President Xi agreed to initiate more frequent and structured dialogues to maintain a stable relationship. The Special Representatives on the India-China boundary issue will meet soon to monitor the border situation and ensure adherence to recent agreements.
### Utilizing Dialogue Mechanisms
Both nations emphasized the importance of using established dialogue channels to stabilize relations. Meetings between Foreign Ministers and other high-level officials will continue to play a key role in addressing disputes, rebuilding trust, and fostering a peaceful environment.
### Focus on Regional and Global Challenges
The leaders reaffirmed their shared responsibility to address not just bilateral issues but also regional and global challenges. They discussed the importance of cooperation on issues such as economic development, climate change, and security in Asia.