Standing alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on Thursday, US President Donald Trump referred to China as a "very important player in the world," adding that Beijing could play a key role in resolving the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

India has firmly rejected any involvement of a third party in its border dispute with China, declining an offer of mediation from US President Donald Trump. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized India's commitment to resolving bilateral issues through direct dialogue,

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about his country's future relationship with China, citing his previous positive interactions with President Xi Jinping before the COVID-19 pandemic. Trump acknowledged China's significant global influence and its potential role in resolving the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.