India • Jun 25, 2025

Rajnath Singh initiates visit to China

India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh just landed in Qingdao, China, for a major Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting.
This is the first time a top Indian minister has visited China since the tense 2020 border standoff.
Singh was welcomed by India's ambassador and will join other defense leaders at the summit.

TL;DR

India pushes for global peace, meets Chinese, Russian counterparts

Singh is set to share India's take on global peace and push for stronger action against terrorism—especially cross-border threats.
He'll also meet with his Chinese and Russian counterparts to talk security and ways to ease ongoing border tensions.
The visit signals India's commitment to regional stability and keeping dialogue open, even after years of tough relations with China.