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Chinese FM Wang Yi urges stronger China-India ties, emphasizing trust and collaboration amid global challenges. As economic giants and neighbours, their cooperation could shape Asia's future.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged China and India to strengthen their bilateral relationship, as he met with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in Beijing, emphasising the importance of fostering trust and collaboration between the world’s two most populous nations.
His remarks come at a time when global challenges such as economic instability, climate change, and shifting geopolitical dynamics demand increased cooperation between major powers.
The relationship between China and India has long been a mix of shared heritage and modern tensions. As neighbors with thousands of years of cultural and economic exchange, the two countries are also bound by a legacy of border disputes and strategic rivalries. Recent skirmishes along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) have highlighted the fragility of their ties, but Wang Yi stressed that dialogue and mutual respect could pave the way for more stable relations.
Both countries are global giants in their own right, with India recently overtaking China as the world’s most populous nation, boasting 1.428 billion people compared to China’s 1.425 billion.
While China has long been the dominant economic power in Asia, with a GDP of $17.7 trillion in 2023, India’s rapid economic expansion has garnered attention, with its economy growing to $3.73 trillion the same year. Wang Yi highlighted that such growth presents immense opportunities for both countries to collaborate, especially in trade and investment.
However, disparities remain. China’s GDP per capita, at nearly $12,970, dwarfs India’s $2,650, reflecting the differing stages of their economic development. India’s younger, more dynamic population, fueled by a higher birth rate, offers a potential demographic dividend, whereas China is grappling with an aging population after decades of stringent family planning policies.
These contrasting demographics could shape their respective economic trajectories and provide opportunities for complementary partnerships.
Despite challenges, there are areas where China and India can find common ground. Trade between the two nations reached $136 billion in 2022, though heavily tilted in China’s favor. Addressing trade imbalances and fostering joint ventures in areas like technology, renewable energy, and manufacturing could benefit both economies.
Additionally, as key players in global forums such as BRICS and G20, they have the ability to collectively influence issues ranging from climate action to international economic reform.
Wang Yi’s call for enhanced relations reflects a recognition that China and India, despite their differences, have much to gain from cooperation. Their collaboration could shape the future of Asia and have far-reaching implications for global stability. Whether through resolving border disputes or addressing economic disparities, the path forward lies in diplomacy and shared vision.
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