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Defence
India's NSA Ajit Doval and China's Wang Yi discuss border stability and ties
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🗓 26 Aug 2026, 08:34 AM
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National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met with Chinese diplomat Wang Yi to talk about maintaining peace along the disputed border and improving overall India‑China relations.
New Delhi – In a high‑level dialogue, India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi exchanged views on the importance of keeping the Line of Actual Control (LAC) calm. Both officials underscored that stability along the disputed frontier is essential for broader bilateral cooperation.
The two sides agreed to intensify diplomatic channels to address any incidents promptly and to avoid escalation. They also highlighted the need for confidence‑building measures, including regular military communications and joint mechanisms for border management.
While no specific agreements were announced, the meeting is seen as a constructive step toward de‑escalating tensions that have flared intermittently over the past years. Observers note that continued dialogue is crucial for sustaining peace and fostering trade and people‑to‑people contacts between the two nations.
The discussion reflects a broader diplomatic effort to reset India‑China ties after recent standoffs, with both governments signaling a willingness to resolve differences through dialogue rather than confrontation.
The two sides agreed to intensify diplomatic channels to address any incidents promptly and to avoid escalation. They also highlighted the need for confidence‑building measures, including regular military communications and joint mechanisms for border management.
While no specific agreements were announced, the meeting is seen as a constructive step toward de‑escalating tensions that have flared intermittently over the past years. Observers note that continued dialogue is crucial for sustaining peace and fostering trade and people‑to‑people contacts between the two nations.
The discussion reflects a broader diplomatic effort to reset India‑China ties after recent standoffs, with both governments signaling a willingness to resolve differences through dialogue rather than confrontation.