India, China should stick to ‘right strategic perception’ of being cooperative partners: Beijing
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that India and China should view each other as cooperative partners rather than rivals. The remarks followed comments by Vladimir Putin regarding the importance of maintaining stable relations between the two Asian powers.
Why it matters
Diplomatic relations between India and China are critical for regional stability and global geopolitical balance, particularly as both nations navigate complex ties with Russia and the West.
China and India should stick to the "right strategic perception" that they are not rivals but cooperative partners and opportunities for each other s development, not threats, a top Chinese official said on Monday (June 8, 2026).
The article reports on official statements from Chinese government representatives without adding editorial commentary or taking a side in the border dispute.
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