What happened (25th round India–China boundary talks and Ajit Doval’s Beijing meetings)
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval arrived in Beijing ahead of the 25th round of India–China talks between their Special Representatives on the boundary question.
The reported programme links Ajit Doval’s senior engagements with China’s top leadership to the 25th round of the boundary dialogue: Ajit Doval is expected to meet Wang Yi, Politburo member and Foreign Minister of China. Ajit Doval is expected to call on Han Zheng, Vice-President of China.
What the boundary talks are expected to cover (reported scope)
China’s official remarks reported in the news describe the Special Representatives boundary talks as a key channel for: Boundary negotiations on the boundary question. Communication on mutual issues to keep dialogue active and manage sensitive differences.
The reported scope also indicates that the 25th round may cover: Broader bilateral relations between India and China. Other international and regional topics.