China and India have pledged to be “partners not rivals” as leaders from both nations met, signalling a deepening trust after years of tension, including border disputes. The leaders also announced the resumption of flights between the two countries.

• Most important fact or figure from the article: Flights between India and China, suspended since 2020, will resume.
• Key person or organization involved: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian PM Narendra Modi met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
• Notable detail that adds context: This is Indian PM Modi’s first time in China in seven years, and their renewed partnership comes amidst US trade wars.