In a significant diplomatic moment, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian PM Narendra Modi met in Tianjin during the SCO Summit. Xi called for “Elephant and Dragon” unity, stressing the importance of friendship and cooperation. Modi echoed the need for trust and mutual respect. The meeting marks Modi’s first China visit in 7 years and comes amid easing border tensions, resumed flights, and the revival of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.