BEIJING: India and China were engaged in tough bargaining on Monday with Beijing seeking an assurance that New Delhi would not encourage "American interference" in the region. The Indian delegation, lead by National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon, will continue discussion on the border dispute and the passport controversy.
At the talks, Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo said bilateral ties should not be affected by "noise" and instead focus on further cooperation, Xinhua news agency said. Dai was apparently referring to criticism in India that border talks haven't produced tangible results. Chinese leaders revealed a strong desire to keep India out of the emerging club of nations â Japan, Vietnam and the Philippines â involved in territorial disputes with China. Beijing's anxiety offers an opportunity for India to negotiate some tough issues like China's continued arms support to Pakistan.
China wants India to keep US out of region - Times Of India
At the talks, Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo said bilateral ties should not be affected by "noise" and instead focus on further cooperation, Xinhua news agency said. Dai was apparently referring to criticism in India that border talks haven't produced tangible results. Chinese leaders revealed a strong desire to keep India out of the emerging club of nations â Japan, Vietnam and the Philippines â involved in territorial disputes with China. Beijing's anxiety offers an opportunity for India to negotiate some tough issues like China's continued arms support to Pakistan.
China wants India to keep US out of region - Times Of India