China and India should stick to the "right strategic perception" that they are not rivals but cooperative partners and opportunities for each other's development, not threats, a top Chinese official said.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks at a media briefing in response to a question on Russian President Vladimir Putin's comments on Sino-India relations.
Lin said the China-India border situation is generally stable and the two sides have a smooth communication channel.
China and India should stick to the perception that the two countries are cooperative partners, not competitors and rivals, and both countries are opportunities for each other's development, not threats, he said.
Lin also said China supports both India and Pakistan in properly handling their differences through dialogue and consultation, and jointly keeping the region peaceful and stable.
Commenting on India, China and Russia ties, Lin said the three countries are emerging economies, and maintaining sound relations is not only in the respective interests of the three countries but also world peace, security and stability.
