What's going on with Jaishankar-Wang Yi Manila Meet

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila on the sidelines of ASEAN events.

Jaishankar stressed fair market access, trade balance, and supply chain reliability while welcoming normalization measures like visa upgrades, resumption of direct flights, Kailash pilgrimage, and border trade.

India stated that border peace and tranquility remain a prerequisite for normal bilateral ties, noting engagement since October 2024.

Jaishankar thanked Wang for China's support for India's BRICS presidency ahead of the September summit.

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila.

Jaishankar conveyed three key messages: address trade imbalance, ensure fair market access, and improve supply-chain predictability.

The talks focused on resolving bilateral economic and strategic issues between India and China.

EAM S Jaishankar met Chinese FM Wang Yi in Manila.

Jaishankar said border peace is a prerequisite for normal ties.

He raised concerns over trade deficits and market access barriers.

Jaishankar stressed relations must be based on mutual respect.