Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit China later this month, according to media reports, as the thaw between the two countries gathers pace at a time when New Delhi’s relations with the United States have been hit by growing trade tensions.
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Modi will visit between August 31 and September 1 for a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in the northern city of Tianjin, according to multiple Indian outlets.
Ties between the two Asian giants have seen a steady improvement in recent months after a deadly clash along their disputed border in 2020 brought relations to their lowest point in decades.
It comes amid growing strains between India and the US – including this week’s announcement of 50 per cent tariffs – that have prompted speculation New Delhi may shift its approach towards China.
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The foreign ministries in Beijing and Delhi have been asked for comment.
