Beijing: India and China have concluded the third round of the security dialogue on a high note paving the way for improved bilateral ties and better understanding of mutual security concerns, including the fight against terrorism, a senior Indian official said on September 30.

"The dialogue consisted of an overview of the current international security situation, including the campaign against terrorism, introduction of each other's national Defence policies, various issues related to regional security and co- operation," joint secretary, Disarmament and International Security Affairs of the Ministry of External Affairs, Dr Sheel Kant Sharma said.

Briefing on the third round of the security dialogue, which was held on September 29, Sharma said the two sides exchanged views on the regional situation, including the India-Pakistan relations.

"However, we did not go into the details of the India-Pakistan tension," he said, emphasising that the third round has led to better understanding of mutual concerns.

"Both sides adopted a forward-looking approach to the dialogue," he commented on the attitude of the two sides.

"As China is India's largest neighbour, we attach importance to exchanging views with China and similarly, the Chinese side also showed interest in discussing issues of common concern with us," Sharma said.

PTI