Modi seeks further ties with Beijing

India's PM conveys positive message as two nations vow to press ahead with border talks

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi placed his upcoming visit to China in a global context, seeking to send a positive message to the world on the countries' mutual commitment to strengthening cooperation.

Modi spoke of his visit during a meeting on Tuesday with State Councilor Yang Jiechi, who wrapped up the 18th round of boundary talks between China and India in New Delhi, the first since Modi swept to power in May.