China on Monday voiced support for deeper engagement among India, Russia and China, asserting that constructive relations between the three major Eurasian powers would help promote peace, security and stability across the world.
Speaking during a regular press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Beijing was willing to remain in close contact with both New Delhi and Moscow to advance cooperation under the Russia-India-China (RIC) framework.
His remarks came shortly after Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the importance of ties among the three countries during an interaction with international media, where he praised both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping for their efforts to address bilateral concerns and maintain dialogue.
“China, Russia and India are all emerging economies. Maintaining sound relations is not only in the respective interests of the three countries but also conducive to regional and global peace, security, stability and prosperity,” Lin said.
Reaffirming Beijing’s willingness to strengthen trilateral engagement, he added, “China is ready to keep in communication with Russia and India on advancing cooperation among the three countries.”
Putin highlights independent nature of India-Russia-China relations
The Chinese statement follows Putin’s recent observation that Russia’s partnerships with India and China have evolved independently and are not directed against any third country. The Russian President described India-China ties as a complicated but important relationship and suggested that external interference would do little to help resolve outstanding issues.
Putin also pointed to ongoing efforts by New Delhi and Beijing to address longstanding concerns, including matters related to the border dispute.
China says border situation ‘generally stable’
Addressing bilateral relations with India, Lin said the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) remained largely stable and that communication mechanisms between the two countries continued to function.
Calling for a shift in strategic thinking, the Chinese spokesperson said India and China should avoid viewing each other through the lens of rivalry.
“China and India need to have the right strategic perception that the two countries are cooperation partners, not competition rivals, and are opportunities, not threat, for each other’s development,” he said.
Lin further urged both sides to approach the relationship from a long-term perspective, strengthen mutual trust, expand practical cooperation and manage differences through dialogue.
Beijing reiterates position on India-Pakistan differences
Responding to concerns often raised in India regarding China’s close strategic partnership with Pakistan, Lin reiterated Beijing’s standard position that disputes between New Delhi and Islamabad should be resolved peacefully.
“We support the two sides in properly handling differences through dialogue and consultation and jointly keeping the region peaceful and stable,” he said.
The remarks come at a time when geopolitical shifts, tensions in multiple regions and the emergence of new economic groupings have renewed attention on the role that the RIC format could play in shaping a multipolar world order. While significant differences remain between India and China, Beijing’s latest comments signal a renewed emphasis on cooperation and strategic engagement among the three influential Asian powers.
