L J Ravi 
NEW DELHI: China on Thursday reacted to the bilateral meeting with India at Brics saying that the two nations had agreed to ensure peace and stability in the border areas, adding that the talks turned out to be of “great significance.”
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The two leaders have also agreed to “make good use of the Special Representatives mechanism on the China-India boundary question, ensure peace and tranquility in the border areas, find a fair and reasonable settlement, step up communication and cooperation in multilateral fora, and safeguard the common interests of developing countries,” Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said.
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China confirmed that both nations aim to ensure peace and stability in border areas following a significant bilateral meeting at Brics. They agreed to use the Special Representatives mechanism for the China-India boundary issue and enhance cooperation in multilateral forums to safeguard developing countries’ interests.
When asked about Chinese media saying that “Modi made suggestions on improving and developing the relationship, which Xi agreed to in principle,” Jian said, “both sides were of the view that this meeting is constructive and carries great significance.”
“They agreed to view and handle China-India relations from a strategic height and long-term perspective, prevent specific disagreements from affecting the overall relationship, and contribute to maintaining regional and global peace and prosperity and to advancing multiplicity in the world,” Jian added. China on Thursday reacted to the bilateral meeting with India at Brics saying that the two nations had agreed.
