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Xi Jinping Meets Modi at BRICS Summit as India-China Ties Seek Reset

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12, 2026. Both leaders emphasized cooperation and mutual resolution of border disputes, marking a significant step in efforts to reset strained India-China relations following a border clash six years ago. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the summit, with discussions focused on improving bilateral ties.

Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi met during the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12, 2026. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the summit, with discussions centered on improving bilateral relations and resolving border disputes. Xi stated that China views India as a strategic partner and not a rival, while both leaders emphasized the importance of cooperation and mutual resolution of differences.

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IndependentKorea HeraldSep 13, 06:51 AM
India's Modi and China's Xi seek to reset ties on BRICS sidelines

NEW DELHI (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met Saturday on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi, the latest effort by the rival neighbors to repair ties strained by a deadly border clash six years ago. Xi said China has approached relations with India from a “strategic and long-term perspective” and called for the two countries to draw on each other’s strengths, support one another and pursue common development. He also urged “high-quality coo

IndependentThe IndependentSep 13, 05:48 AM
India's Modi and China's Xi seek to reset ties on BRICS sidelines

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have met during the BRICS summit in New Delhi

IndependentBerita HarianSep 13, 02:53 AM
Modi, Xi agree differences should not become disputes

HYDERABAD: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that 'differences should not become disputes' during their meeting outside the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday.

WireBernamaSep 12, 10:00 PM
Modi, Xi Agree 'Differences Should Not Become Disputes' - bernama

Modi, Xi Agree 'Differences Should Not Become Disputes' bernama

WireAssociated PressSep 12, 09:18 PM
India’s Modi and China’s Xi seek to reset ties on BRICS sidelines - AP News

India’s Modi and China’s Xi seek to reset ties on BRICS sidelines  AP News

IndependentHindustan TimesSep 12, 07:09 PM
PM Modi, Xi welcome 'steady progress' in India-China ties at BRICS meet, bat for mutual resolution of border dispute | India News - Hindustan Times

PM Modi, Xi welcome 'steady progress' in India-China ties at BRICS meet, bat for mutual resolution of border dispute | India News  Hindustan Times

StateXinhuaSep 12, 06:54 PM
Flash: Xi says China, India cooperation partners, not rivals - Xinhua

Flash: Xi says China, India cooperation partners, not rivals  Xinhua

StateXinhuaSep 12, 06:47 PM
Flash: Xi, Modi agree China, India should be partners - Xinhua

Flash: Xi, Modi agree China, India should be partners  Xinhua

IndependentKommersantSep 12, 05:13 PM
Xi Jinping calls Modi to strengthen China-India cooperation - kommersant.ru

Xi Jinping calls Modi to strengthen China-India cooperation - kommersant.ru

StateXinhuaSep 12, 04:16 PM
Flash: Xi meets Modi in New Delhi - Xinhua

Flash: Xi meets Modi in New Delhi  Xinhua

IndependentAl ArabiyaSep 12, 01:31 PM
China’s Xi Arrives in Delhi for BRICS Summit, Modi Talks - Al Arabiya English

China’s Xi Arrives in Delhi for BRICS Summit, Modi Talks  Al Arabiya English

IndependentBloombergSep 12, 10:52 AM
Xi Takes Center Stage at Modi’s BRICS Summit as Iran War Deepens - Bloomberg.com

Xi Takes Center Stage at Modi’s BRICS Summit as Iran War Deepens  Bloomberg.com

IndependentBloombergSep 12, 10:52 AM
Xi Takes Center Stage at Modi’s BRICS Summit as Iran War Deepens - Bloomberg

Xi Takes Center Stage at Modi’s BRICS Summit as Iran War Deepens  Bloomberg