In response, Chinese President Xi was quoted as saying that the size of the country did not bear much significance and Nepal could become a bridge between India and China.
He also praised Nepal’s role in keeping an equidistant relationship with China and India while expressing belief that the relations between the three countries would strengthen in the future.
Noting that the three countries shared “geographical, emotional and cultural friendship, Indian Prime Minister Modi said India was positive towards Nepal’s proposal on trilateral partnership,” the report said.
From Agencies, Feature image courtesy manorama online
