India and China agree to resume direct flights for first time in five years
Briefly

India and China have reached an initial agreement to resume direct flights, nearly five years post-pandemic halts and political frictions. This milestone follows Indian foreign secretary Vikram Misri's diplomatic visit to Beijing—the first of its kind since a deadly 2020 border clash. The agreement is coupled with China's consent to allow a significant pilgrimage to a Hindu shrine. Both nations aim to enhance diplomacy to rebuild trust and address lingering trade disputes, reflecting a mutual desire to improve bilateral relations.
The agreement in principle to resume direct flights signifies a thaw in tensions and a step forward for India-China relations after years of political strain.
Both nations’ commitment to improved diplomacy aims to restore mutual trust and tackle unresolved economic issues arising from the stalled flights.
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