China today said it wanted cordial relations with India but there are some historical leftover issues between the two countries. This was stated by Chinese Ambassador Zhang Yan in a meeting with met BJP President Mr. Rajnath Singh in New Delhi today. According to BJP sources during the meeting, the ambassador told Mr. Singh that the boundary issue is a sensitive matter and there is a need for confidence building measures on the issue. Mr. Rajnath Singh on his part, conveyed his concerns over Chinese objection to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, saying it was unfair. He also told the envoy that mutual confidence had been dented by the recent incursions. Mr. Singh also made it clear that the BJP will extend full support to the Indian government in its diplomatic efforts. The meeting came in the midst of a war of words between India and China over Arunachal and New Delhi's assertiveness, reflected by its objection to Chinese participation in projects in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and construction of a dam on Brahmaputra River. <br/>
News On AIR | October 16, 2009 6:03 PM
Chinese Ambassador meets BJP Chief, says wants cordial ties