External Affairs Minister (EAM) says India–China relations are better now than they were in past years, citing improvements over the “last couple of years.” He presents the current state of ties as an upgrade from earlier periods in which relations were more tense.

Both outlets report the minister’s remarks in similar terms, focusing on perceived progress rather than detailing specific agreements or incidents. The reporting does not include further particulars such as whether the change stems from resumed high-level engagement, diplomatic management of disputes, or steps along the border.

The tone across sources is consistent: both frame the comments as an assessment of overall relationship direction. However, the excerpts do not specify the metrics used to judge “better,” nor do they describe any remaining friction points, which means the coverage leans on general progress language rather than concrete outcomes.