Full Briefing: With A Rare Message, China Breaks Silence On PM Modi’s ‘Dragon & Elephant’ Vision

China has responded positively to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent remarks on India-China relations during his interview with Lex Fridman. Modi emphasized the importance of dialogue over discord, highlighting the historical and cultural ties between India and China. He noted that despite natural differences, both nations should engage in a “healthy and natural” competition without escalating into conflicts. China welcomed Modi’s pragmatic stance, likening the relationship to a “dragon-elephant dance,” emphasizing cooperation as the path to shared success. This development comes after Modi’s meeting with President Xi Jinping, where they agreed to restore normalcy along their borders.