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**New Book Examines India’s Perspective on China Amidst Thawing Relations**

**NEW DELHI – September 19, 2025** – A new book, “China: Indian Perspectives on China’s Politics, Economy, and Foreign Relations,” published by The Hindu Group, was launched in New Delhi on Thursday, examining India’s complex relationship with its neighbor. The launch coincided with cautious optimism from veteran diplomats and commentators regarding the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin.

While the summit was seen as a positive step in repairing relations strained since 2020, experts cautioned against overstating its significance. Former National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon praised the book as a crucial Indian view of China, emphasizing the need for continued learning and understanding. Former Foreign Secretary Shyam Saran echoed this sentiment, calling the book “the most comprehensive survey of contemporary China in all aspects.”

During a panel discussion, former Indian Ambassador to China Ashok Kantha noted the stabilization of ties following the Tianjin summit but stressed the ongoing issue of disengagement at the border. Manoj Joshi, Distinguished Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation, highlighted the strategic importance of Tibet in India-China relations.

Former Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale raised concerns about internal developments in China, suggesting that President Xi Jinping’s policies could be hindering economic growth. He emphasized the importance of direct engagement with China to avoid a skewed understanding of the country.

The book launch highlighted the multi-faceted nature of India-China relations, emphasizing the need for informed perspectives and cautious optimism as both nations navigate a complex and evolving landscape.

**About The Hindu Group:** The Hindu Group publishes a range of news and information products, including The Hindu newspaper and online content covering topics such as world affairs (“The View From India”), cinema (“First Day First Show”), technology (“Today’s Cache”), science (“Science For All”), data analysis (“Data Point”), health (“Health Matters”), and books (“The Hindu On Books”).

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