Han Zheng, Ajit Doval Meet in Beijing; Both Sides Urged to Manage Ties Strategically

China's Vice President Han Zheng met India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in Beijing on Tuesday, with the Chinese side calling for a strategic and long-term perspective on the bilateral relationship.

During the meeting, Han Zheng emphasised the need for both countries to tap into cooperation potential while properly managing differences, according to the official Chinese readout of the talks.

The meeting comes amid ongoing efforts by both nations to stabilise ties, which have been strained over border issues in recent years. The two officials discussed ways to move the relationship forward, with Han Zheng underscoring the importance of handling ties from a broad, forward-looking viewpoint.

Doval's visit to Beijing marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the two Asian neighbours, who have been working through diplomatic and military channels to resolve outstanding issues along their shared border.

The Chinese vice president's remarks highlight Beijing's stated position of seeking stable and predictable ties with New Delhi, even as both sides continue to navigate complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.