Challenges remain and any improvement in ties could be limited given the two neighbours’ mutual distrust, according to analysts.

Mutual distrust remains deep but progress reflects pragmatic efforts on both sides to gain leverage in shifting global order, experts say.

The recent thawing of relations between both sides signifies a tactical rather than fundamental shift in India's relations in the Indo-Pacific, analysts say.

Challenges remain and any improvement in ties could be limited given the two neighbours’ mutual distrust, according to analysts.