What happened?
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, along with fellow foreign ministers from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states, met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on July 15, 2025. Jaishankar conveyed greetings from President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the interaction. He also briefed President Xi on recent positive developments in the India-China relationship. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the SCO Foreign Ministers’ conclave, which marks Jaishankar’s first visit to China since the 2020 Galwan Valley incident.
Why it matters to India
The meeting underscores India’s diplomatic intent to stabilize and recalibrate ties with China amid evolving regional dynamics. Engaging directly with President Xi signals a willingness to maintain open channels at the highest level, essential for addressing border issues and enhancing regional cooperation through multilateral forums like the SCO. It also reinforces India’s commitment to contributing constructively to regional peace, connectivity, and economic integration within the SCO framework.