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PM Narendra Modi speaks at Tsinghua University (Part - 3)

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the Tsinghua University. While addressing the Chinese students at the university, Modi stated that the future of India and China are deeply interconnected and both the countries stand on the verge of vast dynamic change in world. He also added that the future of both the nations would be brighter and journey smoother if they work together, confident of each other.

India and China should move forward together: PM Modi

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the Tsinghua University and addressed the Chinese students at the university. Modi said that India is moving forward with the concept of smart city and now India and China should move together. He added that both the countries need to cooperate with each other and move forward.

This is India's year in China, next year will be China's year in India: PM Modi - Part 2

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Addressing mediapersons after talks with Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang in Beijing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday that he had constructive talks with the Chinese leadership and both sides agreed to explore a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution on the boundary issue. He said that this is India's year in China, next year will be China's year in India. The Prime Minister added that their decision to open consulates in Chengdu and Chennai reflects the growing mutual confidence and shared commitment to expand their bilateral ties. He also announced that Indian pilgrims visiting Kailash Mansarovar in the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China will be able to use the Nathu La pass in Sikkim starting June this year.

MEA briefs about major events, on second day of PM Modi's China visit - Part - 1

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar on Friday briefed about major events that took place after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China on the first leg of his three nation six day tour. He said that India and China have a constructive model of relationship. He said that Prime Minister Modi had stated that when it comes to Indo-China relationship, there was no question of going back and standing still was not an option. Jaishankar stated that the approach in today's discussions was that of two major powers dealing with each other.

MEA briefs about major events, on second day of PM Modi's China visit - Part - 2

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar on Friday briefed about major events that took place after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China on the first leg of his three nation six day tour. He said that India and China have a constructive model of relationship. He said that Prime Minister Modi had stated that when it comes to Indo-China relationship, there was no question of going back and standing still was not an option. Jaishankar stated that the approach in today's discussions was that of two major powers dealing with each other.

Fair amount of discussion on strengthening peace and tranquility on border: MEA - Part - 2

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar on Friday briefed about major events that took place after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China on the first leg of his three nation six day tour. Jaishankar said that there was an initiative that both countries should focus Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) in military to military contact. He said that there was a fair amount of discussion on peace and tranquility on borders. He added that the issue of terrorism was also discussed and it had a real life sense to it.

This is India's year in China, next year will be China's year in India: PM Modi - Part 1

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Addressing mediapersons after talks with Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang in Beijing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday that he had constructive talks with the Chinese leadership and both sides agreed to explore a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution on the boundary issue. He said that this is India's year in China, next year will be China's year in India. The Prime Minister added that their decision to open consulates in Chengdu and Chennai reflects the growing mutual confidence and shared commitment to expand their bilateral ties. He also announced that Indian pilgrims visiting Kailash Mansarovar in the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China will be able to use the Nathu La pass in Sikkim starting June this year.

Fair amount of discussion on strengthening peace and tranquility on border: MEA - Part - 1

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar on Friday briefed about major events that took place after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China on the first leg of his three nation six day tour. Jaishankar said that there was an initiative that both countries should focus Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) in military to military contact. He said that there was a fair amount of discussion on peace and tranquility on borders. He added that the issue of terrorism was also discussed and it had a real life sense to it.

PM Modi advocates competitive federalism at State/ Provincial leaders' forum in Beijing - Part - 1

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing State/ Provincial leaders' forum at Beijing city of China along with his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang said that he advocates competitive federalism for all countries. He said that along with cooperative federalism, he also advocates competitive federalism wherein all the states compete with each other to attract investment and jobs. Prime Minister Modi further said that in India's Constitution, state governments have predominant role in economic and social development of the country. Further, he also maintained that the central government does not look at the symbol of political party that is in power in States but deal with the state governments in a spirit of partnership and with sensitivity to their concerns. Modi also said that such a forum is a first that India has with any country and it is appropriate that it has started with China.

PM Modi advocates competitive federalism at State/ Provincial leaders' forum in Beijing - Part - 2

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing State/ Provincial leaders' forum at Beijing city of China along with his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang said that he advocates competitive federalism for all countries. He said that along with cooperative federalism, he also advocates competitive federalism wherein all the states compete with each other to attract investment and jobs. Prime Minister Modi further said that in India's Constitution, state governments have predominant role in economic and social development of the country. Further, he also maintained that the central government does not look at the symbol of political party that is in power in States but deal with the state governments in a spirit of partnership and with sensitivity to their concerns. Modi also said that such a forum is a first that India has with any country and it is appropriate that it has started with China.

PM Modi and China's Li Keqiang witnesses signing of agreements between two nations

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang on Friday signed a series of agreements on varied subjects at the Great Hall of People in Beijing city of China. The two prime ministers entered the room and shared a light moment before the agreement signing began. The view of the dignitaries from both sides exchanging agreement files and the both the country's national flag at the background gave a very positive outlook and brought in an optimism of better relations between the friend turned foe turned friend nations. Following the same, the two prime ministers will give joint press statements. Earlier, the Chinese premier and Modi held a restricted level talk too, which overshot by 50 minutes than the scheduled time. Modi is in Beijing on the second leg of his three day China tour.

Senior journalist Saibal Dasgupta on PM Modi's China visit

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Speaking over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's China visit senior journalist Saibal Dasgupta on Friday said that a certain type of chemistry has been developed between Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Talking about the talks and agreements between the two nations, he said that nuclear supplies, border issues, business and the Brahamputra water issue were discussed during the meet of Modi and Xi Jinping according to Indian Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar. He added that China's plan for infrastructure projects in PoK is a matter of concern for India.

PM Modi holds delegation level talk with Li Keqiang and Chinese dignitaries

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a delegation level talk in capital city Beijing with Chinese dignitaries and officials. PM Modi was accompanied by Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar and other officials at the meeting. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang was also present at the meeting along with other Chinese dignitaries. The two leaders exchanged views on various topics of bilateral engagements. Earlier, the two prime ministers inspected the Guard of Honour before the national anthems of India and China were played at the Eastern Plaza in the Great Hall of People in Beijing. Following the same, the two leaders held restricted talks.

PM Modi gets ceremonial welcome at Great Hall of People in Beijing

Beijing, May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is in Beijing on the second leg of his three-day China visit was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Eastern Plaza, Great Hall of People. Modi also inspected guard of honour. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang was also present there.

RAW must not use Afghan territory against Pakistan, asks Pak Foreign Ministry

Islamabad, May 15 (ANI): Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesman Khalilullah Qazi said Islamabad has asked Kabul not to allow India's top intelligence agency RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) to operate against Pakistan from Afghan territory. In reply to a question during a weekly briefing in Islamabad, Qazi said that in their recent visit to Afghanistan, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and army chief General Raheel Sharif asked Afghan authorities to prevent the RAW from creating unrest in Pakistan. Earlier, Pakistan's Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmed Chaudhry told reporters after a function that RAW was involved in creating unrest in Pakistan, and that had been proved by the fact that two killers arrested in Karachi recently have received training from the Indian spy agency. On May 5, Pakistan's military accused RAW of whipping up terrorism in Pakistan in rare public criticism that could increase tension between the two nuclear-armed rivals.

PM Modi arrives in Beijing

Beijing, May 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived at China's capital city Beijing. PM Modi landed at the Beijing international airport and was received by Chinese dignitaries there. He received a flower bouquet by a teen Chinese girl who he greeted very affectionately. Modi later headed for Raffles Beijing hotel where he will stay for a day before heading on to Shanghai on Saturday. The prime minister will receive a formal welcome by his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang on Friday. The two will then hold talks and are expected to sign several agreements.

PM Modi visits South City Wall in Xi'an, receives traditional Tang dynasty welcome

Xi'an, May 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday visited the South City Wall in Xi'an, which is the oldest and the largest surviving wall of its kind in China. The prime minister was also given a traditional Tang dynasty welcome at the historic site. PM Modi waved at the crowd while the spectacular performers awed the leaders with their scintillating performances. After the performance, the prime minister was the first to applaud the same as he clapped with happiness. Modi visited the wall, which at its base is 50 or 60 feet wide and at the top is about 40 feet wide, after holding wide-ranging talks with President Jinping and visiting the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Later, Modi and Jinping headed for the dinner banquet hoisted by the latter in honour of the Indian PM. Following the same, he attended a cultural performance at Pot City courtyard in Xian.

PM Modi leaves for Beijing while on his 3-day China tour

Xi'an, May 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi who was in Xi'an province of China on the first stop of three day tour in the nation, left for Beijing on Thursday. The prime minister interacted with Chinese leaders and dignitaries before moving on to capital city Beijing. Clad in black suit, PM Modi waved to the people and thanked them for a 'warm welcome' as he stepped in the Air India flight. He will hold talks with his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang in Beijing on Friday on an entire gamut of bilateral ties. Earlier, he also handed over a Bodhi tree sapling at the iconic Wild Goose Pagoda PM Modi was accompanied by Chinese President Xi Jinping to all his engagements throughout the day.

Participation of CMs in bilateral talks with China will bolster relations: Devendra Fadnavis

Beijing, May 14 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that the participation of the chief ministers of the Indian states in bilateral talks with China will further bolster relations between the two nations. He said that this will bring positive change in infrastructure and technology among other things. Fadnavis also said that he visited Foxconn Company which manufactures iPhones and that the company is very keen to bring their venture in Maharashtra. Apart from Fadnavis, Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel is a part of the 26-member delegation of ministers, officials and industrialists who is accompanying PM Modi to China.

PM Modi and Xi Jinping walks to Pot City courtyard

Xi'an, May 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping walked to the courtyard of the Pot City in Xi'an province of China on Thursday evening. The two leaders arrived at the courtyard to a colourful cultural performance by Chinese nationals in welcome of the Indian prime minister. Many performers in colourful traditional attires made the atmosphere really picturesque. Xian, the PM's first stop on his three-day tour of China, is the hometown of President Xi Jinping and his hosting PM Modi there is a reciprocal gesture after his visit to Modi's home state Gujarat last year.