Tianjin, Aug. 31 -- China's President Xi Jinping on Sunday emphasised the importance of India-China friendship during his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tianjin, China.

Xi stated that it's the "right choice" for both nations to be friends, highlighting their shared historical and cultural ties. He also mentioned that the partnership between the "dragon and elephant" enables each other's success.

Xi emphasised that India and China, as two ancient civilisations and the world's most populous countries, have a shared responsibility to promote well-being, solidarity, and progress.

"China and India are two ancient civilisations in the East. We are the world's two most populous countries and also important members of t...