Narendra Modi regime brought new wind of change, says China

During his meeting with Modi, Wang conveyed a message from President Xi: "Under your leadership, India will achieve greater development and progress".

The meeting lasted for 45 minutes and Sushma Swaraj was also present at the meeting, which was "constructive and cordial", according to a release by the foreign ministry.

"China and India are partners in long term strategic cooperation. Let us work together to achieve peaceful cooperation and inclusive development for the benefit of our two people and in the interest of peace, stability and prosperity in Asia and the world," Wang said, quoting President Xi.

Modi told Wang: "We are looking forward to working with the Chinese leadership to expand our partnership".

The prime minister reiterated the invitation to President Xi to visit India later this year. Modi also accepted Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's invitation to pay an early visit to China.

Wang told newspersons that India and China were on the verge of inking an agreement on visa simplification.