India and China are working to rebuild relations in 2025 following over four years of strained ties due to the eastern Ladakh boundary conflict. After agreeing to end the border face-off in October 2024, dialogue has increased, with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi initiating steps towards normalization. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar noted good progress in addressing border issues. Prime Minister Modi and President Xi Jinping met, affirming partnership over rivalry and emphasizing that differences should not become disputes.