NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh met his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun in Qingdao on the sidelines of the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting and delivered a strong message regarding the future of bilateral ties between the two nations. The two ministers also discussed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra , which had been suspended for almost six years following the Galwan Valley clash .
Singh said it is incumbent on the two nations to maintain positive momentum and avoid adding new complexities in bilateral ties.
In a post on X, the defence minister said: "Held talks with Admiral Don Jun, the Defence Minister of China, on the sidelines of SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Qingdao. We had a constructive and forward looking exchange of views on issues pertaining to bilateral relations. Expressed my happiness on restarting of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra after a gap of nearly six years. It is incumbent on both the sides to maintain this positive momentum and avoid adding new complexities in the bilateral relationship."
Singh arrived in China on Thursday for the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting.
Upon his arrival, he was welcomed by Admiral Dong Jun. Singh, Dong Jun and other leaders, also posed for a group photograph ahead of the Defence Ministers' meeting.
Singh also presented a Madhubani painting from Bihar to his Chinese counterpart.
This traditional art form, also known as Mithila painting, originates in Bihar’s Mithila region. It is characterised by intricate line drawings filled with bright colours, patterns, and tribal motifs. These paintings are popular for their vivid earthy tones and distinctive designs.
On June 23, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held a meeting with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi in Beijing and reviewed recent developments in India-China relations and underscored the need to promote the overall development of the bilateral ties, including by fostering greater people-to-people ties.
Singh said it is incumbent on the two nations to maintain positive momentum and avoid adding new complexities in bilateral ties.
In a post on X, the defence minister said: "Held talks with Admiral Don Jun, the Defence Minister of China, on the sidelines of SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Qingdao. We had a constructive and forward looking exchange of views on issues pertaining to bilateral relations. Expressed my happiness on restarting of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra after a gap of nearly six years. It is incumbent on both the sides to maintain this positive momentum and avoid adding new complexities in the bilateral relationship."
Held talks with Admiral Don Jun, the Defence Minister of China, on the sidelines of SCO Defence Minitsers’ Meeting in Qingdao. We had a constructive and forward looking exchange of views on issues pertaining to bilateral relations.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) June 27, 2025
Expressed my happiness on restarting of the… pic.twitter.com/dHj1OuHKzE
Singh arrived in China on Thursday for the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting.
Upon his arrival, he was welcomed by Admiral Dong Jun. Singh, Dong Jun and other leaders, also posed for a group photograph ahead of the Defence Ministers' meeting.
Singh also presented a Madhubani painting from Bihar to his Chinese counterpart.
During his visit to China for the SCO Defence Ministers' Meet, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presented a
— ANI (@ANI) June 27, 2025
Madhubani painting from Bihar, to his Chinese counterpart.
This painting has its origins in the Mithila region of Bihar. It is also known as Mithila or Madhubani art. It… pic.twitter.com/z5t5xakpHR
This traditional art form, also known as Mithila painting, originates in Bihar’s Mithila region. It is characterised by intricate line drawings filled with bright colours, patterns, and tribal motifs. These paintings are popular for their vivid earthy tones and distinctive designs.
On June 23, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held a meeting with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi in Beijing and reviewed recent developments in India-China relations and underscored the need to promote the overall development of the bilateral ties, including by fostering greater people-to-people ties.
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