China watchers have pointed out that this is also an area where India’s aspirations remain vulnerable to China, the source for machinery and raw material of many of India’s industries.

"Specific concerns in the economic and trade areas were discussed with a view ... from U.S. President Donald Trump are encouraging China and India to work more closely together.

India and China agreed in principle on Monday to resume direct flights between the two nations, nearly five years after the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent political tensions halted them.

India and China Agree to Resume Air Travel ... "Specific concerns in the economic and trade areas were discussed with a view to resolving these issues and promoting long-term policy transparency ...