At SCO summit in Beijing, NSA Ajit Doval urges Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to jointly combat terrorism, subtly referencing Pakistan’s role in cross-border militancy
Beijing, June 24, 2025 – In a key diplomatic engagement on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conclave in Beijing, India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday and stressed the urgent need to counter terrorism in all forms for regional peace and stability — a pointed reminder of India’s concerns over Pakistan’s role in fostering cross-border militancy.
Doval’s remarks come just over six weeks after India launched targeted precision strikes on nine terror hubs inside Pakistani territory in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 civilian lives.
During his meeting with Wang, NSA Doval highlighted the importance of tackling terrorism comprehensively as part of the broader regional security dialogue. Without directly naming Pakistan, his message was clear — China must take a firm stand against state-sponsored terrorism, especially emanating from its close ally.
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The two leaders also reviewed the status of India-China bilateral ties, which have been gradually recovering from the deep freeze following the eastern Ladakh standoff. According to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), both sides agreed on the need to foster mutual trust, enhance people-to-people exchanges, and ensure peace in border regions.
The Chinese side acknowledged the recent thaw in relations. “Only when the dragon and elephant dance together can there be a win-win outcome,” said Chinese envoy to India Xu Feihong, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and collaboration.
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Wang Yi also noted that China appreciates India’s support for its presidency of the SCO, adding that deeper multilateral cooperation is essential. Doval reiterated India’s willingness to collaborate and confirmed that the 24th round of the India-China Special Representative talks would take place in India at a mutually convenient date.
The border disengagement process, finalized in October 2024, and diplomatic engagements like these signal ongoing efforts to normalize the relationship. The deadly Galwan Valley clash of 2020 had triggered a sharp downturn in ties, but subsequent disengagements at Demchok and Depsang have paved the way for cautious rapprochement.
Monday’s meeting, hosted under China’s SCO presidency, also saw both nations exchanging views on key regional and global challenges, with a clear thrust on security, sovereignty, and strategic cooperation in a complex geopolitical landscape.
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