China Hints at Supporting India's UNSC Permanent Membership: A Diplomatic Shift

• China indicates 'understanding and respect' for India's UNSC permanent membership aspirations, a first for Beijing.
• This marks a significant shift, as China was previously seen as the main obstacle to India's UNSC bid.
• The high-level meeting between Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and China's Ma Zhaoxu also focused on rebuilding bilateral ties.
• Both nations agreed on peace in border areas as crucial and to resolve disputes from a political and strategic perspective.
• Discussions included easing visas, resuming direct flights, and China's support for India's BRICS presidency.