NSA Ajit Doval to travel to China for border talks ahead of Modi‑Xi summit

New Delhi – National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will depart for China today to hold talks on the long‑standing border issues between the two neighbours. The visit comes as both capitals gear up for a high‑profile summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping, scheduled later this month.

Sources say Doval’s agenda includes confidence‑building measures, de‑escalation of recent stand‑offs along the Line of Actual Control and a review of existing protocols. Chinese officials are expected to receive him in Beijing, where senior diplomats will accompany the discussions.

The diplomatic outreach aims to create a conducive environment for the Modi‑Xi meeting, signalling both sides’ willingness to address security concerns while pursuing broader economic and strategic cooperation.

Analysts note that Doval’s presence underscores the importance New Delhi places on security dialogue ahead of the summit, hoping to reduce the risk of inadvertent clashes along the disputed frontier.

The outcome of the talks will likely feed into the joint statements expected from the upcoming summit, shaping the tone of India‑China relations for the coming year.