India and China have agreed to continue to explore a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution on boundary dispute and reiterated their commitment to maintain peace and tranquility in the border region. Both countries agreed to be sensitive to each others’ interests and find solutions to outstanding issues.
In a statement after delegation level talks with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in Beijing today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that China showed sensitivity to the concerns expressed by India on border issue.
The Prime Minister said, during his bilateral talks with Chinese leadership, he reiterated the importance of clarification of Line Actual Control and the need to achieve progress on issues related to visa policy and trans-border rivers.
The Prime Minister said China was very receptive to the concerns expressed by India on the issue of growing trade deficit and hoped an impact on the ground soon.
India and China have signed 24 agreements for bilateral cooperation in several areas including economy, trade, science and technology and culture. These agreements include enhancing cooperation in Railways, mineral and mining sectors, space, tourism, trade, vocational education and skill development. Both the countries will also establish Additional Consulate General. Both the countries have also agreed to establish China-India think tank forum and three sister cities.
On the second day of his visit to China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with the Chinese Premier Le Keqiang in Beijing.
Earlier, the Prime Minister was given an official welcome by the Chinese Premier at the Great Hall of People. Later, the Prime Minister will be hosted banquet lunch by the Chinese Premiere.