'Some have speculated China’s absence indicates that it is giving up on the G20, building an alternative world order', deputy NSA Joe Finer further added.
Modi highlighted India's concerns at the unresolved issues along the LAC in Ladakh with the two leaders agreeing to direct their relevant officials to intensify de-escalation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, who faces an international arrest warrant over alleged war crimes in Ukraine, will dial in by video call instead of attending in person.
MEA's Arindam Bagchi says Modi, Chinese President met at G20 summit last yr, spoke on need to stabilise bilateral ties. This was not mentioned by foreign secy in press briefing at the time.
Qin was missing from public eye since 25 June. The Communist Party's Central Commission for Discipline Inspection is said to have questioned him on his alleged affair.
Expressing China's strong dissatisfaction, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Biden's comments seriously violated facts, diplomatic protocol and China's political dignity.
On 19 November 1962, PM Jawaharlal Nehru addressed the people of Assam in a radio address and spoke of the resolve against Chinese attack, saying India won't tolerate this invasion.
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