Rajnath Singh gifts Madhubani painting to Chinese counterpart
India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh sat down with China's Admiral Don Jun during the SCO summit in Qingdao, where they talked about regional security and ways to improve ties.
Singh highlighted the return of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra after six years, calling it a positive step for both countries.
India wants its security worries taken seriously on global platforms
This meeting comes as India and China engage in discussions, possibly to ease tensions after recent border clashes.
Singh refused to sign the SCO joint statement since it left out India's concerns about Pakistan-backed terrorism—especially after the Pahalgam attack.
The move signals that India wants its security worries taken seriously on global platforms.
The summit also showed how countries in South Asia are juggling cooperation and rivalry, with big issues like border disputes and terrorism still front and center.