New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Noting that differences must not become disputes, nor competition conflict, External Affairs S Jaishankar on Monday said that the basis for any positive momentum in bilateral ties with China is the ability to maintain peace in border areas.

In his opening remarks during the meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Jaishankar said that the visit of the Chinese leader to India provides the two countries with an opportunity to review the bilateral ties, and it is also an appropriate time to exchange views on the global situation and some issues of mutual interest.

He said the bilateral talks will cover economic and trade issues, pilgrimages, people-to-people contacts, river data sharing, border trade, connectivi...