India has just announced a major breakthrough in its tense border standoff with China, a situation that has dragged on for four long years. This significant development comes right before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia for the BRICS summit, where he might meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The timing of the deal has sparked excitement as it could pave the way for a new chapter in the strained relationship between these two powerful neighbors.

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