China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday (August 19) concluded his visit to India, as he met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The officials discussed several key issues, including cross-border terrorism, Brahmaputra dam construction and Taiwan.&nbsp;The Chinese foreign minister visited India at the invitation of National Security Adviser Shri Ajit Doval, member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of China Wang Yi paid an official visit to India on August 18-19.&nbsp;Yi co-chaired the 24th round of the Special Representatives' (SRs) Dialogue on the Boundary Question between India and China with India's NSA Ajit Doval.&nbsp;China's foreign minister also held bilateral talks with Jaishankar and PM Modi.<h2>Here's what they discussed - 5 points</h2><h3>Boundary issues</h3>Wang Yi, during the Special Representatives' (SRs) Dialogue, discussed issues related to de-escalation, delimitation, and boundary affairs.&nbsp;"Discussions between the Foreign Ministers covered bilateral, regional and international issues of common interest," India's Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.<h3>Cross-border terrorism</h3>India strongly raised the issue of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism. It further recalled that one of the original objectives of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was to counter the evil of terrorism.&nbsp;"Minister Wang Yi concurred that countering terrorism should be given the highest priority," the MEA said in the statement. &nbsp;<h3>PM Modi to attend SCO Summit</h3>The SCO is scheduled to be held later this month in China. PM Modi will also be visiting Beijing to attend the SCO Summit, signalling positive ties between the two countries.&nbsp;PM Modi thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping for the invitation to the SCO Summit, as he conveyed his acceptance. He expressed support for China's Presidency of the SCO Summit and said that he looked forward to meeting President Xi in Tianjin.<h3>Brahmaputra dam construction</h3>During the discussions with Wang Yi, EAM Jaishankar underlined India's concerns regarding the mega dam construction being undertaken by China in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River).&nbsp;Jaishankar stressed that it will have implications for lower riparian states. "The need for utmost transparency in this regard was strongly underlined," the statement read.<h3>Taiwan</h3>Further, the Chinese foreign minister also raised the issue of Taiwan. The Indian officials stressed that there was no change in their position on this issue.&nbsp;They further noted that India had a relationship with Taiwan that focuses on economic, technological and cultural ties and that this would continue.&nbsp;"The Indian side noted that China also cooperates with Taiwan in these very domains," the statement read.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Chinese foreign minister met with India's EAM Jaishankar and PM Modi on Tuesday. Wang Yi discussed several key issues with the officials, including the construction of Brahmaputra dam, issue of Taiwan and countering terrorism. 

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday (August 19) concluded his visit to India, as he met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The officials discussed several key issues, including cross-border terrorism, Brahmaputra dam construction and Taiwan. The Chinese foreign minister visited India at the invitation of National Security Adviser Shri Ajit Doval, member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of China Wang Yi paid an official visit to India on August 18-19. Yi co-chaired the 24th round of the Special Representatives' (SRs) Dialogue on the Boundary Question between India and China with India's NSA Ajit Doval. China's foreign minister also held bilateral talks with Jaishankar and PM Modi. Here's what they discussed - 5 points Boundary issues Wang Yi, during the Special Representatives' (SRs) Dialogue, discussed issues related to de-escalation, delimitation, and boundary affairs. "Discussions between the Foreign Ministers covered bilateral, regional and international issues of common interest," India's Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. Cross-border terrorism India strongly raised the issue of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism. It further recalled that one of the original objectives of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was to counter the evil of terrorism. "Minister Wang Yi concurred that countering terrorism should be given the highest priority," the MEA said in the statement. PM Modi to attend SCO Summit The SCO is scheduled to be held later this month in China. PM Modi will also be visiting Beijing to attend the SCO Summit, signalling positive ties between the two countries. PM Modi thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping for the invitation to the SCO Summit, as he conveyed his acceptance. He expressed support for China's Presidency of the SCO Summit and said that he looked forward to meeting President Xi in Tianjin. Brahmaputra dam construction During the discussions with Wang Yi, EAM Jaishankar underlined India's concerns regarding the mega dam construction being undertaken by China in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River). Jaishankar stressed that it will have implications for lower riparian states. "The need for utmost transparency in this regard was strongly underlined," the statement read. Taiwan Further, the Chinese foreign minister also raised the issue of Taiwan. The Indian officials stressed that there was no change in their position on this issue. They further noted that India had a relationship with Taiwan that focuses on economic, technological and cultural ties and that this would continue. "The Indian side noted that China also cooperates with Taiwan in these very domains," the statement read.

The Chinese foreign minister met with India's EAM Jaishankar and PM Modi on Tuesday. Wang Yi discussed several key issues with the officials, including the construction of Brahmaputra dam, issue of Taiwan and countering terrorism.&nbsp;

Brahmaputra dam, terrorism and Taiwan: Here's what Chinese FM Wang Yi discussed during his visit to India | 5 points

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi on Tuesday during his India visit as the two neighbouring nations seek to reset their relations after having strained ties following the violent clashes between troops of the two nations along the border in 2020. The Chinese FM’s visit is being seen as an effort to put the relationship back on track at a time of global economic turmoil amid the threat of tariff wars.The efforts to reset ties become vital since US President Donald Trump’s recent moves to impose tariffs on both China and India. By imposing tariffs, Trump may have inadvertently set the stage for an unlikely improvement in India-China relations due to economic compulsions.&nbsp;Wang Yi handed over a message and invitation from President Xi to the Prime Minister for the SCO Summit being held in Tianjin. He also shared his positive assessment of his bilateral meeting with EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar and the 24th Meeting of the Special Representatives, which he co-chaired with NSA Ajit Doval.&nbsp;PM Modi emphasised the importance of maintaining peace and tranquillity on the border and reiterated India's commitment to a fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable resolution of the boundary question.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Glad to meet Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Since my meeting with President Xi in Kazan last year, India-China relations have made steady progress guided by respect for each other&#39;s interests and sensitivities. I look forward to our next meeting in Tianjin on the sidelines of the SCO… <a href="https://t.co/FyQI6GqYKC">pic.twitter.com/FyQI6GqYKC</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1957806973120065968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The PM also welcomed the steady and positive progress in bilateral ties since his meeting with President Xi in Kazan last year, guided by mutual respect, mutual interest, and mutual sensitivity, including the resumption of the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. PM Modi thanked President Xi for the invitation to the SCO Summit and conveyed his acceptance. He expressed support for China’s presidency of the SCO Summit and said that he looked forward to meeting President Xi in Tianjin. The PM underlined that stable, predictable, and constructive ties between India and China will contribute significantly to regional and global peace and prosperity. Before calling on Prime Minister Modi, Wang held talks with the National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on a range of issues, including the border situation, trade, and resumption of flight services. During the meeting with Wang Yi on Monday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that “having seen a difficult period in our relationship… our two nations now seek to move ahead.” Wang Yi’s visit comes ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s expected trip to Tianjin, China, for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit from August 31 to September 1.

The two nations started the de-escalation process with the dismantling of military infrastructure at the Line of Actual Control after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi on Tuesday during his India visit as the two neighbouring nations seek to reset their relations after having strained ties following the violent clashes between troops of the two nations along the border in 2020. The Chinese FM’s visit is being seen as an effort to put the relationship back on track at a time of global economic turmoil amid the threat of tariff wars. The efforts to reset ties become vital since US President Donald Trump’s recent moves to impose tariffs on both China and India. By imposing tariffs, Trump may have inadvertently set the stage for an unlikely improvement in India-China relations due to economic compulsions. Wang Yi handed over a message and invitation from President Xi to the Prime Minister for the SCO Summit being held in Tianjin. He also shared his positive assessment of his bilateral meeting with EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar and the 24th Meeting of the Special Representatives, which he co-chaired with NSA Ajit Doval. PM Modi emphasised the importance of maintaining peace and tranquillity on the border and reiterated India's commitment to a fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable resolution of the boundary question.

The two nations started the de-escalation process with the dismantling of military infrastructure at the Line of Actual Control after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping.

China’s FM Wang Yi meets PM Modi as Delhi, Beijing seek to reset ties

India's national security advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval has told Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi that PM Modi will be travelling to China later this month to attend the SCO summit in Tianjin. This is the first public confirmation of the Indian side that PM Modi travelled to China, a visit that comes after a gap of 7 years and is seen as a reset in ties.Both Ajit Doval and Wang Yi led the 24th round of border talks in the Indian national&nbsp;capital on&nbsp;Tuesday &amp; emphasised stability at the border. NSA Ajit Doval said, "an upward trend (in ties). Borders have been quiet, and there has been peace and tranquillity. Bilateral engagement has been substantial". The Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi emphasised, "setbacks we experienced in the last 2 years, were not in the interest of people of 2 countries...heartening to see the stability that has been restored in the border."

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-foreign-minister-arzu-rana-deuba-to-visit-india-ahead-of-pm-oli-s-trip-1755545639410">Nepal Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba to visit India ahead of PM Oli’s trip</a>During the 23rd round of border talks in December 2014, both sides achieved "new and important consensus on management of disputes, stabilising the border, and moving towards a settlement. Identified specific goals and formed a working framework", the Chinese foreign minister pointed out. Ties between the 2 Asian giants were on a free fall since the 2020 Galwan clashes, and saw a normalcy returning after the meeting between PM Modi and Chinese President Xi on the sidelines of the BRICS Kazan summit last year. Both sides are now working to restart direct flight connectivity that could possibly be announced during PM Modi's upcoming visit to China.The Chinese foreign minister's visit is part of high-level visits that the 2 sides have seen since the Kazan meetings. This included the visit of NSA Ajit Doval, EAM Jaishankar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to China for the SCO meetings. Wang Yi arrived on Monday evening and held talks with EAM Jaishankar. During the talks, he told the Indian foreign minister that the Chinese side is now working to remove restrictions on fertilisers, rare earths and tunnel boring machines. The impact of this will be positive for the Indian agriculture sector, especially the Rabi planting season, and India’s auto and electronics sectors.During the Monday evening talks, EAM Jaishankar told Chinese FM that India seeks "a fair, balanced and multi-polar world order, including a multi-polar Asia. Reformed multilateralism is also the call of the day. In the current environment, there is clearly an imperative of maintaining and enhance stability in the global economy as well. The fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations is another major priority".<h2>No change in Taiwan policy: India</h2>The Chinese readout of FM Wang Yi, EAM Jaishankar talks said that the latter told the former that "Taiwan is part of China". Sources have clarified that there is "no change in our position on Taiwan", explaining that "we stressed that like the rest of the world, India has a relationship with Taiwan that focuses on economic, technology and cultural ties. We intend to continue it."In fact, sources also said, when the matter was raised by the Chinese FM on Taiwan, then India's External Affairs Minister said that "China itself was dealing with the areas that we were - economic, technological, cultural, etc, so how is that possible?" for India to disengage with the Taiwanese side. India has upped its engagement with Taiwan in several areas, including conductors. Major Taiwanese companies like Foxconn and Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) are key partners in India’s ambition to become a semiconductor and manufacturing hub.India, in the past, has restated the "One China" policy, but since the last such mention was in 2008. While India doesn't have a formal diplomatic mission in Taiwan, it maintains ties through a representative office, the India-Taipei Association (ITA). Taiwan also has its "office" in India, known as the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre (TECC), to facilitate trade, investment, tourism, cultural exchanges, and consular services.

NSA Ajit Doval confirmed PM Modi’s upcoming visit to China for the SCO summit, marking a reset in ties after 7 years. India-China border talks stressed peace, stability, and improved bilateral engagement despite past setbacks.

India's national security advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval has told Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi that PM Modi will be travelling to China later this month to attend the SCO summit in Tianjin. This is the first public confirmation of the Indian side that PM Modi travelled to China, a visit that comes after a gap of 7 years and is seen as a reset in ties. Both Ajit Doval and Wang Yi led the 24th round of border talks in the Indian national capital on Tuesday & emphasised stability at the border. NSA Ajit Doval said, "an upward trend (in ties). Borders have been quiet, and there has been peace and tranquillity. Bilateral engagement has been substantial". The Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi emphasised, "setbacks we experienced in the last 2 years, were not in the interest of people of 2 countries...heartening to see the stability that has been restored in the border."

NSA Ajit Doval confirmed PM Modi’s upcoming visit to China for the SCO summit, marking a reset in ties after 7 years. India-China border talks stressed peace, stability, and improved bilateral engagement despite past setbacks.

PM Modi to visit China this month, says NSA Doval

On Tuesday (August 19), Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in capital New Delhi. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day. During the interaction with NSA Doval, Wang Yi mentioned the situation along the borders. In 2020, the two countries were embroiled in border clashes in the Galwan Valley, and casualties were reported on both sides.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wang-yi-doval-meet-india-china-hold-24th-round-of-border-talks-1755593062567/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/wang-yi-doval-meet-india-china-hold-24th-round-of-border-talks-1755593062567/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;During the meeting, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, "We are heartened to see the stability that is now restored on the borders. We had a very good 23rd round of special representatives talks at the end of last year. At that meeting, we reached a new and important consensus on the management of disagreements, stabilising the borders, and moving toward a settlement.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-lifts-export-ban-on-fertilisers-rare-earths-tunnel-machines-as-wang-yi-visits-india-report-1755581848134">China lifts export ban on fertilisers, rare earths, tunnel machines as Wang Yi visits India: Report</a>&nbsp;“We identified specific goals and formed a working framework. We are heartened to see the stability that is now restored on the borders. Mr Doval, I appreciate your effort that you made as special representative of the Indian side. Now the bilateral relationship is facing an important opportunity of improvement and growth,” he added.<h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>Chinese Foreign Minister highlighted:</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>'Chinese side attaches great importance to the Prime Minister's visit to China to attend the SCO summit at our invitation'</h3><ul><li>"We believe that Indian side will also make contribution to a successful summit in Tianjin. History and reality prove once again that a healthy and stable China-India relationship serves the fundamental and long-term interests of both of our countries. It is also what the developing countries all want to see.”</li></ul>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: During meeting with NSA Ajit Doval, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says, &quot;We are heartened to see the stability that is now restored on the borders.&quot; &quot;We had a very good 23rd round of special representatives talks at the end of last year. At that meeting, we… <a href="https://t.co/J9GqaMVhM3">pic.twitter.com/J9GqaMVhM3</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1957697720442867746?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>'I am very pleased to meet you again in New Delhi for this round of talks between the special representatives of China and India on the boundary question'</h3>&nbsp;<ul><li>"The setbacks we experienced in the past few years were not in the interests of the people of our two countries. And then in October last year, President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Modi had an important meeting in Kazan. That meeting pointed the direction for the development of our bilateral relations and provided impetus for the proper settlement of the boundary question..."</li></ul><h3>'Our two sides should follow the strategic guidance of our leaders'</h3>&nbsp;<ul><li>"Increase mutual trust through strategic communication. Expand common interest through exchanges and cooperation. And properly settle the specific issues in the borders so as to advance our relationship in a healthy and sound manner. Just now we had in-depth and detailed communication in the small group meeting. At the large group meeting, I am ready to work with you to build more consensus and identify the direction, the specific goals of the next of boundary consultations going forward and create more conditions for the improvement and further growth of our bilateral relations."</li></ul>

On Tuesday (August 19), Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in capital New Delhi. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day. 

On Tuesday (August 19), Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in capital New Delhi. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day. During the interaction with NSA Doval, Wang Yi mentioned the situation along the borders. In 2020, the two countries were embroiled in border clashes in the Galwan Valley, and casualties were reported on both sides. https://www.wionews.com/videos/wang-yi-doval-meet-india-china-hold-24th-round-of-border-talks-1755593062567/embed During the meeting, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, "We are heartened to see the stability that is now restored on the borders. We had a very good 23rd round of special representatives talks at the end of last year. At that meeting, we reached a new and important consensus on the management of disagreements, stabilising the borders, and moving toward a settlement.” Also read: China lifts export ban on fertilisers, rare earths, tunnel machines as Wang Yi visits India: Report “We identified specific goals and formed a working framework. We are heartened to see the stability that is now restored on the borders. Mr Doval, I appreciate your effort that you made as special representative of the Indian side. Now the bilateral relationship is facing an important opportunity of improvement and growth,” he added. Chinese Foreign Minister highlighted: 'Chinese side attaches great importance to the Prime Minister's visit to China to attend the SCO summit at our invitation' "We believe that Indian side will also make contribution to a successful summit in Tianjin. History and reality prove once again that a healthy and stable China-India relationship serves the fundamental and long-term interests of both of our countries. It is also what the developing countries all want to see.”

On Tuesday (August 19), Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in capital New Delhi. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day.&nbsp;

India-China talks: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlights 'stabilising borders' after Galwan clash

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, visiting India for bilateral talks, and said in his opening remarks that both nations now seek to move ahead after a “difficult period” in the bilateral ties. While emphasising that differences must not become disputes, Jaishankar said, “Having seen a difficult period in our relationship, our two nations now seek to move ahead. This requires a candid and constructive approach from both sides.”&nbsp;The EAM also highlighted the need for enhancing stability in the global economy in the current environment.&nbsp;“You are visiting India shortly before the SCO Summit that China is hosting in Tianjin. We have worked closely with the Chinese side during its presidency. We wish you a successful Summit with strong outcomes and decisions,” the EAM said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Opening remarks at my meeting with FM Wang Yi in New Delhi. <a href="https://t.co/ZbLrgSW9tK">https://t.co/ZbLrgSW9tK</a>&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1957425657358512639?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>‘We seek a fair, balanced, and multipolar world order’: Jaishankar</h2>&nbsp;“When the world’s two largest nations meet, it is natural that the international situation will be discussed. We seek a fair, balanced, and multipolar world order, including a multipolar Asia. Reform multilateralism is also the call of the day. In the current environment, there is clearly an imperative of maintaining and enhancing stability in the global economy as well,” the minister added.&nbsp;Jaishankar also brought up the issue of terrorism with his Chinese counterpart and said, “The fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations is another major priority. I look forward to our exchange of views. Overall, it is our expectation that our discussions would contribute to building a stable, cooperative, and forward-looking relationship between India and China, one that serves both our interests and addresses our concerns.”&nbsp;He added that the Chinese foreign minister will be discussing border issues with India’s Special Representative NSA Ajit Doval on Tuesday and said, “This is very important because the basis for any positive momentum in our ties is the ability to jointly maintain peace and tranquility in the border areas. It is also essential that the de-escalation process move forward.”&nbsp;<h2>‘Differences must not become disputes’</h2>&nbsp;“Having seen a difficult period in our relationship, our two nations now seek to move ahead. This requires a candid and constructive approach from both sides. In that endeavour, we must be guided by the three mutuals—mutual respect, mutual sensitivity, and mutual interest. Differences must not become disputes, nor competition a conflict,” Jaishankar added.&nbsp;Earler, the EAM welcomed Wang Yi and said, “I welcome you and your delegation to India at the start of your visit for the 24th round of talks between the Special Representatives of India and China. This is also the first visit by a Chinese Minister since our leaders met in Kazan in October 2024. This occasion provides us with an opportunity to meet and review our bilateral ties. It is also an approrpriate time to exchange views on the global situation and some issues of mutual interest.”&nbsp;<h2>‘China and India can provide most needed certainty to world,’ says Wang Yi</h2>&nbsp;Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in his opening statement that China and India can contribute to each other’s success and provide the most needed certainty to Asia and the world.&nbsp;“We maintained peace and tranquillity in the border areas and resumed the Indian pilgrimage to Mount Gang Renpoche and Lake Mapam Yun Tso in the Xijang Autonomous Region. We shared confidence to dispel interference, expand cooperation, and to further consolidate the momentum of improvement development of China-India relations so that while pursuing our respective rejuvenation, we can contribute to each other's success and provide the most needed certainty to Asia and the world,” Wang Yi said.&nbsp;Wang began a two-day visit to India on Monday to attend the 24th round of Special Representatives (SRs) talks on the border issue with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval. The meeting follows Doval’s December trip to Beijing for the 23rd round of talks, held weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed in Kazan to revive dialogue mechanisms during the BRICS summit.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Earlier, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Wang’s visit reflects Beijing’s intent to maintain high-level exchanges, deepen political trust, expand cooperation, and properly manage differences to ensure stable development of bilateral ties.

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, visiting India for bilateral talks, and said in his opening remarks that both nations now seek to move ahead after a “difficult period” in the bilateral ties. While emphasising that differences must not become disputes, Jaishankar said, “Having seen a difficult period in our relationship, our two nations now seek to move ahead. This requires a candid and constructive approach from both sides.” The EAM also highlighted the need for enhancing stability in the global economy in the current environment. “You are visiting India shortly before the SCO Summit that China is hosting in Tianjin. We have worked closely with the Chinese side during its presidency. We wish you a successful Summit with strong outcomes and decisions,” the EAM said.

Earlier, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Wang’s visit reflects Beijing’s intent to maintain high-level exchanges, deepen political trust, expand cooperation, and properly manage differences to ensure stable development of bilateral ties.

‘India and China need to move ahead after ‘difficult period’ in bilateral ties’: Jaishankar

China on Monday (August 18) stressed that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to India will help in maintaining the momentum of high-level exchanges and enhance political mutual trust between the two nations, hence signalling positive ties between India and China.&nbsp;Xu Feihong, China's Ambassador to India, in a post on X, said that China wants to take this opportunity to work together with India in implementing the important consensus.&nbsp;When asked about China’s expectation regarding Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to India and the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the boundary question, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that "China is willing to take the opportunity of Wang's visit to India to work together with the Indian side in implementing the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries."&nbsp;The foreign ministry spokesperson added that it will help “maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, enhance political mutual trust, strengthen practical cooperation, properly manage differences, and promote the sustained, healthy, and stable development of China-India relations.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">When asked about <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/China?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#China</a>’s expectation regarding Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to India and the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> on the Boundary Question, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that China is… <a href="https://t.co/iSYRSMhCxq">pic.twitter.com/iSYRSMhCxq</a>&mdash; Xu Feihong (@China_Amb_India) <a href="https://twitter.com/China_Amb_India/status/1957379063993233840?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>China's FM visit to India</h2>Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi, who will be on an India visit starting tomorrow, will meet PM Modi on Tuesday.Foreign Minister Yi's meeting with PM Modi comes even as India-China ties look to reset ties, a process started after India and China leaders met on the sidelines of the Kazan BRICS summit last year.&nbsp;The Chinese foreign minister will be on a 3-day visit for the 24th round of India-China Special Representatives (SR) level border talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.&nbsp;Wang Yi will arrive in the Indian national capital on Monday, and will also meet EAM Dr S Jaishankar. This will be the second visit of the Chinese foreign minister to India since the 2020 Galwan clashes, the last being in March 2022.&nbsp;As part of the reset of ties, focus is on cooperation on the sharing of river water data, resumption of direct air services, and exchanges between media and think-tanks. The holy Kailash Mansarovar Yatra started this year after a gap of several years.<h2>China backs India amid Trump's massive tariffs</h2>Last week, China expressed optimism to work with India, and cement political mutual trust, along with handling differences properly.&nbsp;Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian, during a press conference, told reporters that India and China are maintaining interactions at various levels, in order to act on the important common understandings reached between leaders of our two countries.&nbsp;Jian assured that Beijing "stands ready to work with India" to act on the important common understandings reached between leaders of our two countries.

The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said that the visit will help maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, enhance political mutual trust and strengthen practical cooperation. 

China on Monday (August 18) stressed that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to India will help in maintaining the momentum of high-level exchanges and enhance political mutual trust between the two nations, hence signalling positive ties between India and China. Xu Feihong, China's Ambassador to India, in a post on X, said that China wants to take this opportunity to work together with India in implementing the important consensus. When asked about China’s expectation regarding Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to India and the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the boundary question, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that "China is willing to take the opportunity of Wang's visit to India to work together with the Indian side in implementing the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries." The foreign ministry spokesperson added that it will help “maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, enhance political mutual trust, strengthen practical cooperation, properly manage differences, and promote the sustained, healthy, and stable development of China-India relations.”

The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said that the visit will help maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, enhance political mutual trust and strengthen practical cooperation.&nbsp;

India-China reset: Will Wang Yi's visit to Delhi pave way for PM Modi-Xi Jinping breakthrough? Here's what Beijing said

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi, who will be on an India visit starting tomorrow, will meet PM Modi on Tuesday. FM Yi meets PM Modi even as India-China ties look at a reset, a process started after India, China leaders met on the sidelines of the Kazan BRICS summit last year. For a visiting foreign minister, to get an audience with the Indian Prime Minister is rare.&nbsp; The Chinese foreign minister will be on a 3-day India visit for the 24th&nbsp;round of India-China Special Representatives (SR) level border talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. The last round of such talks took place in Beijing in December 2024. The mechanism was initiated following a proposal by then-Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee during his 2003 visit to China, and aims to explore a political framework for resolving the boundary issue.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-china-is-very-patient-trump-says-xi-told-him-china-won-t-invade-taiwan-till-he-is-us-president-1755347749713">'China is very patient': Trump says Xi told him China won’t invade Taiwan till he is US president</a> Wang Yi arrives in the Indian national capital on Monday, and also meets EAM Dr S Jaishankar. This will be the 2nd visit of the Chinese foreign minister to&nbsp;India&nbsp;since the 2020 Galwan clashes, the last being in March 2022.&nbsp; As part of the reset of ties, focus is on cooperation on the sharing of river water data, resumption of direct air services, and exchanges between media and think-tanks. The holy Kailash Mansarovar Yatra started this year after a gap of several years.&nbsp; This year, Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and EAM Jaishankar visited China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation or SCO meetings. China is the host of the grouping for this year and will be hosting the summit later this month, from 31st&nbsp;August to 1st&nbsp;Sept, and for this, PM Modi will be travelling to the country. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri had travelled to China in January. Ties between the 2 Asian neighbours were on a free fall since the Galwan clashes of 2020.&nbsp;India's increased worry has been China's support to Pakistan, a country that has been supporting cross-border terrorism against&nbsp;India&nbsp;and is seen as a destabilising factor in the region as well. Pakistan has one of the largest numbers of its nationals listed as terrorists on the UN's international terror list.&nbsp;

The Chinese foreign minister will be on a 3-day India visit for the 24th round of India-China Special Representatives (SR) level border talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. The last round of such talks took place in Beijing in December 2024.

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi, who will be on an India visit starting tomorrow, will meet PM Modi on Tuesday. FM Yi meets PM Modi even as India-China ties look at a reset, a process started after India, China leaders met on the sidelines of the Kazan BRICS summit last year. For a visiting foreign minister, to get an audience with the Indian Prime Minister is rare. The Chinese foreign minister will be on a 3-day India visit for the 24th round of India-China Special Representatives (SR) level border talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. The last round of such talks took place in Beijing in December 2024. The mechanism was initiated following a proposal by then-Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee during his 2003 visit to China, and aims to explore a political framework for resolving the boundary issue. Also read: 'China is very patient': Trump says Xi told him China won’t invade Taiwan till he is US president Wang Yi arrives in the Indian national capital on Monday, and also meets EAM Dr S Jaishankar. This will be the 2nd visit of the Chinese foreign minister to India since the 2020 Galwan clashes, the last being in March 2022. As part of the reset of ties, focus is on cooperation on the sharing of river water data, resumption of direct air services, and exchanges between media and think-tanks. The holy Kailash Mansarovar Yatra started this year after a gap of several years. This year, Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and EAM Jaishankar visited China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation or SCO meetings. China is the host of the grouping for this year and will be hosting the summit later this month, from 31st August to 1st Sept, and for this, PM Modi will be travelling to the country. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri had travelled to China in January. Ties between the 2 Asian neighbours were on a free fall since the Galwan clashes of 2020. India's increased worry has been China's support to Pakistan, a country that has been supporting cross-border terrorism against India and is seen as a destabilising factor in the region as well. Pakistan has one of the largest numbers of its nationals listed as terrorists on the UN's international terror list.

The Chinese foreign minister will be on a 3-day India visit for the 24th&nbsp;round of India-China Special Representatives (SR) level border talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. The last round of such talks took place in Beijing in December 2024.

China's Wang Yi to meet PM Modi in Delhi on Tuesday

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has signalled a fresh opening for deeper diplomatic engagement with the United States following talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the ASEAN meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. According to China’s foreign ministry, Wang described the roughly hour-long meeting on Friday as “constructive”, emphasising that both sides engaged in equal, respectful dialogue and “managed differences while expanding cooperation.” Speaking to Chinese media on Saturday, Wang said the discussions had “paved the way for the next step of exchanges between the two countries’ diplomatic teams,” as quoted in the South China Morning Post. He stressed that China and the United States shared “extensive common interests and broad space for cooperation,” noting that the world’s two largest economies had a “responsibility and opportunity to find a correct way … to get along.”&nbsp;“From the perspective of historical evolution and humanity as a whole, China and the United States, as two major countries, share extensive common interests,” Wang said, according to a readout from the Chinese Foreign Ministry. Wang also summarised the meeting’s key outcomes as “strengthened engagement, prevented misjudgments, managed differences, and expanded cooperation,” adding that both sides acknowledged the global impact of their ties.<h2>A crucial meeting amid trade tensions and military rivalries</h2>The Kuala Lumpur sit-down was the first in-person meeting between Wang and Rubio since the latter was confirmed as Secretary of State in January. It comes at a time of escalating trade tensions between Washington and Beijing, marked by the Trump administration’s planned August 1 tariff hikes on US trading partners, including China.&nbsp;US-China trade frictions have dominated headlines this year. According to Reuters, the Trump administration’s latest tariff threats include raising levies on Chinese electronics, steel, and aluminium, as well as announcing 50% tariffs on copper imports, a move analysts warn could trigger retaliation from Beijing.&nbsp;Despite the tense backdrop, Rubio struck a cautiously optimistic tone after the meeting, saying the sides had “disagreed on some issues but the talks gave us some things we can work on together.” As reported by SCMP, he also hinted at the possibility of a presidential summit later this year between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, saying the “odds are high” but that both sides would need to “build the right atmosphere and the right deliverables.”<h2>South China Sea calm – but frictions linger</h2>Wang Yi also addressed regional security issues, claiming his talks with Southeast Asian counterparts in Kuala Lumpur about the South China Sea had grown increasingly “calm and confident.” He insisted the disputed waterway was “clearly stable,” with no issues over freedom of navigation or overflight. But he criticised unnamed “external actors” for trying to sow discord, saying these countries “fear that the South China Sea will not be in chaos.”&nbsp;“Countries in the region have seen [through] these old tricks very clearly,” Wang said, in what observers widely interpreted as a swipe at US involvement. Beijing claims sovereignty over most of the South China Sea, a position rejected by several ASEAN members, notably the Philippines, a US treaty ally. Clashes between China and the Philippines have intensified over the past year, with Manila accusing Beijing of dangerous manoeuvres and water cannon attacks on Philippine vessels. As per a July 2024 Reuters report, the US has reaffirmed its commitment to the Philippines under their Mutual Defense Treaty, warning China that an armed attack on Philippine armed forces in the South China Sea would trigger American defence obligations.<h2>‘New narrative’ for the South China Sea</h2>Recalling his ASEAN meetings, Wang advocated for what he called a “new narrative” centred on peace and stability rather than confrontation. “Of course, there is still one country that remains out of step with the rest, but I believe it will eventually come to its senses. Acting as a pawn for others will only lead to being sacrificed,” he warned, again without naming the Philippines directly.&nbsp;Wang’s language follows months of tensions in which Beijing has accused Washington of encouraging Manila to challenge Chinese claims in contested waters. According to BBC Monitoring, China’s government-run media have increasingly portrayed the US as an outside troublemaker undermining Asian stability.<h2>Sharp words on trade and tariffs</h2>Wang also addressed the Trump administration’s latest tariff threats on Southeast Asian economies, describing the global environment as “a mix of change and chaos. He contrasted China’s trade policy with that of the US, saying Beijing embraced openness while Washington imposed “hefty tariffs on trade partners,” disrupting supply chains and hurting global growth.&nbsp;“It is irresponsible, unpopular, and unsustainable,” Wang said, as quoted by SCMP. “China will continue to stand firmly with countries in the region, promoting unity, cooperation, and collective strength.” He added that China would “always be an advocate of multilateralism, a defender of free trade, and a contributor to open development,” casting Beijing as a champion of regional integration.<h2>Outlook for US-China diplomacy</h2>The Rubio–Wang meeting comes amid cautious efforts by both sides to stabilise relations that have hit multi-decade lows over trade disputes, technology restrictions, Taiwan tensions and military activity in the South China Sea. In the past year, Washington and Beijing have reopened military-to-military communication channels and resumed working groups on trade, fentanyl trafficking, and climate issues. But substantive breakthroughs remain elusive.&nbsp;The possibility of a Trump–Xi summit later this year now looms as a test of whether the fragile diplomatic thaw can hold. Analysts say both leaders face domestic pressures that may make concessions difficult but see incentives to avoid an all-out rupture that would damage their economies.&nbsp;As Wang Yi put it after the meeting in Kuala Lumpur:&nbsp;“Both sides have the responsibility and the opportunity to find a correct way … to get along.” &nbsp;

China Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hold constructive talks in Malaysia, signalling a cautious diplomatic thaw amid trade and South China Sea tensions.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has signalled a fresh opening for deeper diplomatic engagement with the United States following talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the ASEAN meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. According to China’s foreign ministry, Wang described the roughly hour-long meeting on Friday as “constructive”, emphasising that both sides engaged in equal, respectful dialogue and “managed differences while expanding cooperation.” Speaking to Chinese media on Saturday, Wang said the discussions had “paved the way for the next step of exchanges between the two countries’ diplomatic teams,” as quoted in the South China Morning Post. He stressed that China and the United States shared “extensive common interests and broad space for cooperation,” noting that the world’s two largest economies had a “responsibility and opportunity to find a correct way … to get along.” “From the perspective of historical evolution and humanity as a whole, China and the United States, as two major countries, share extensive common interests,” Wang said, according to a readout from the Chinese Foreign Ministry. Wang also summarised the meeting’s key outcomes as “strengthened engagement, prevented misjudgments, managed differences, and expanded cooperation,” adding that both sides acknowledged the global impact of their ties. A crucial meeting amid trade tensions and military rivalries The Kuala Lumpur sit-down was the first in-person meeting between Wang and Rubio since the latter was confirmed as Secretary of State in January. It comes at a time of escalating trade tensions between Washington and Beijing, marked by the Trump administration’s planned August 1 tariff hikes on US trading partners, including China. US-China trade frictions have dominated headlines this year. According to Reuters, the Trump administration’s latest tariff threats include raising levies on Chinese electronics, steel, and aluminium, as well as announcing 50% tariffs on copper imports, a move analysts warn could trigger retaliation from Beijing. Despite the tense backdrop, Rubio struck a cautiously optimistic tone after the meeting, saying the sides had “disagreed on some issues but the talks gave us some things we can work on together.” As reported by SCMP, he also hinted at the possibility of a presidential summit later this year between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, saying the “odds are high” but that both sides would need to “build the right atmosphere and the right deliverables.” South China Sea calm – but frictions linger Wang Yi also addressed regional security issues, claiming his talks with Southeast Asian counterparts in Kuala Lumpur about the South China Sea had grown increasingly “calm and confident.” He insisted the disputed waterway was “clearly stable,” with no issues over freedom of navigation or overflight. But he criticised unnamed “external actors” for trying to sow discord, saying these countries “fear that the South China Sea will not be in chaos.” “Countries in the region have seen [through] these old tricks very clearly,” Wang said, in what observers widely interpreted as a swipe at US involvement. Beijing claims sovereignty over most of the South China Sea, a position rejected by several ASEAN members, notably the Philippines, a US treaty ally. Clashes between China and the Philippines have intensified over the past year, with Manila accusing Beijing of dangerous manoeuvres and water cannon attacks on Philippine vessels. As per a July 2024 Reuters report, the US has reaffirmed its commitment to the Philippines under their Mutual Defense Treaty, warning China that an armed attack on Philippine armed forces in the South China Sea would trigger American defence obligations. ‘New narrative’ for the South China Sea Recalling his ASEAN meetings, Wang advocated for what he called a “new narrative” centred on peace and stability rather than confrontation. “Of course, there is still one country that remains out of step with the rest, but I believe it will eventually come to its senses. Acting as a pawn for others will only lead to being sacrificed,” he warned, again without naming the Philippines directly. Wang’s language follows months of tensions in which Beijing has accused Washington of encouraging Manila to challenge Chinese claims in contested waters. According to BBC Monitoring, China’s government-run media have increasingly portrayed the US as an outside troublemaker undermining Asian stability. Sharp words on trade and tariffs Wang also addressed the Trump administration’s latest tariff threats on Southeast Asian economies, describing the global environment as “a mix of change and chaos. He contrasted China’s trade policy with that of the US, saying Beijing embraced openness while Washington imposed “hefty tariffs on trade partners,” disrupting supply chains and hurting global growth. “It is irresponsible, unpopular, and unsustainable,” Wang said, as quoted by SCMP. “China will continue to stand firmly with countries in the region, promoting unity, cooperation, and collective strength.” He added that China would “always be an advocate of multilateralism, a defender of free trade, and a contributor to open development,” casting Beijing as a champion of regional integration. Outlook for US-China diplomacy The Rubio–Wang meeting comes amid cautious efforts by both sides to stabilise relations that have hit multi-decade lows over trade disputes, technology restrictions, Taiwan tensions and military activity in the South China Sea. In the past year, Washington and Beijing have reopened military-to-military communication channels and resumed working groups on trade, fentanyl trafficking, and climate issues. But substantive breakthroughs remain elusive. The possibility of a Trump–Xi summit later this year now looms as a test of whether the fragile diplomatic thaw can hold. Analysts say both leaders face domestic pressures that may make concessions difficult but see incentives to avoid an all-out rupture that would damage their economies. As Wang Yi put it after the meeting in Kuala Lumpur: “Both sides have the responsibility and the opportunity to find a correct way … to get along.”

In a key meeting on ASEAN sidelines, China’s Wang Yi and US Secretary Marco Rubio discuss trade frictions, South China Sea stability, and a potential Trump–Xi summit, hinting at renewed diplomatic engagement despite deep divides.

China pushes for ‘new narrative’ with US after constructive Malaysia talks

Politicians, military officers and diplomats from more than 100 nations across the globe have started arriving in Munich for the 60th Munich Security Conference.&nbsp;As the global leaders gather,&nbsp;security as&nbsp;per a Reuters report, was tight in the city.

Speaking at the conference on Friday, US Vice President Kamala Harris reassured allies that the United States will continue to play a leading role in global security.

"In these unsettled times, it is clear America cannot retreat," she stated.&nbsp;

"I know that there are questions here in Europe and around the world, about the future of America's role of global leadership," Harris acknowledged.

Nevertheless, she asserted that it is in America's interest to fulfil its "long standing role of global leadership" and characterized her and President Joe Biden's commitment to NATO as "sacred" and "ironclad."

Her remarks come in the wake of former US President Donald Trump's questioning of the NATO military alliance's value and his recent comments suggesting he would encourage Russia to attack allies that do not spend enough on defence.

<h2>Munich Security Conference Agenda</h2>

According to the report, this year, talks at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) will be dominated by the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. Additionally, there will be a discussion on fears over the United States' commitment to defend its allies.

Furthermore,&nbsp;the MSC, which was founded in the fall of 1963, will celebrate its 60th anniversary up to and during the next main conference.

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As per the UK-based news agency's report, the core mission of the MSC is "To build peace through dialogue and strengthen the rules-based international order."

The fundamental goal of the MSC remains the same: to foster peace through dialogue and reinforce the international order based on rules.

<h2>Who will be in attendance at the conference?</h2>

Among the top officials in attendance at the Munich conference will be German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, United States Vice President Kamala Harris and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Israel's President Isaac Herzog and Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh are also expected to attend the conference.

The annual global gathering focused on defence and diplomacy begins today (Friday, Feb 16th) and will run until Sunday at the luxury Bayerischer Hof hotel in the southern German city.

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As per Reuters, a recent report released before the conference raised concerns about negative trends due to increasing global tensions and economic instability. Key issues included the rising risks of large-scale migration and extremist terrorism.

This change in focus is expected to influence discussions at the 2024 MSC. This year's event will promote inclusivity by highlighting countries from the global south, such as those in Latin America and Southeast Asia.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will also be in attendance at the conference, where he is expected to present China's stance on international security issues. He is also expected to promote China's Global Security Initiative as a solution to security issues.

(With inputs from agencies)

Politicians, military officers and diplomats from more than 100 nations across the globe have started arriving in Munich for the 60th Munich Security Conference.

Politicians, military officers and diplomats from more than 100 nations across the globe have started arriving in Munich for the 60th Munich Security Conference. As the global leaders gather, security as per a Reuters report, was tight in the city. Speaking at the conference on Friday, US Vice President Kamala Harris reassured allies that the United States will continue to play a leading role in global security. "In these unsettled times, it is clear America cannot retreat," she stated. "I know that there are questions here in Europe and around the world, about the future of America's role of global leadership," Harris acknowledged. Nevertheless, she asserted that it is in America's interest to fulfil its "long standing role of global leadership" and characterized her and President Joe Biden's commitment to NATO as "sacred" and "ironclad." Her remarks come in the wake of former US President Donald Trump's questioning of the NATO military alliance's value and his recent comments suggesting he would encourage Russia to attack allies that do not spend enough on defence. Munich Security Conference Agenda According to the report, this year, talks at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) will be dominated by the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. Additionally, there will be a discussion on fears over the United States' commitment to defend its allies. Furthermore, the MSC, which was founded in the fall of 1963, will celebrate its 60th anniversary up to and during the next main conference. Also read | 'Brutal murder': World reacts to reports of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's death As per the UK-based news agency's report, the core mission of the MSC is "To build peace through dialogue and strengthen the rules-based international order." The fundamental goal of the MSC remains the same: to foster peace through dialogue and reinforce the international order based on rules. Who will be in attendance at the conference? Among the top officials in attendance at the Munich conference will be German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, United States Vice President Kamala Harris and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Israel's President Isaac Herzog and Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh are also expected to attend the conference. The annual global gathering focused on defence and diplomacy begins today (Friday, Feb 16th) and will run until Sunday at the luxury Bayerischer Hof hotel in the southern German city. Also read | Zelensky signs 'historic' security pact with Germany As per Reuters, a recent report released before the conference raised concerns about negative trends due to increasing global tensions and economic instability. Key issues included the rising risks of large-scale migration and extremist terrorism. This change in focus is expected to influence discussions at the 2024 MSC. This year's event will promote inclusivity by highlighting countries from the global south, such as those in Latin America and Southeast Asia. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will also be in attendance at the conference, where he is expected to present China's stance on international security issues. He is also expected to promote China's Global Security Initiative as a solution to security issues. (With inputs from agencies)

Munich Security Conference: US' role in NATO, Gaza war dominate as leaders gather in Germany

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday said that the result of Taiwan elections doesn't change what the nation believes, that there is only one China and Taiwan is part of it, state media reported.&nbsp;

Wang's remarks came during a press conference after his meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in the Egyptian capital of Cairo.&nbsp;

Independence-leaning Lai Ching-te eased to a comfortable victory in Taiwan's presidential election.&nbsp;

Wang added that the Taiwan election result also won't change the prevailing consensus of the international community on adhering to the one-China principle.&nbsp;

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"Taiwan has never been a country. It was not the case in the past, and it will never be in the future," Wang said, further adding that "Taiwan independence" cannot and will not succeed.&nbsp;

Wang noted that China, the United States and the United Kingdom 80 years ago issued the Cairo Declaration, which clearly stated that all the territories stolen from China, should be restored to China - it included Taiwan.&nbsp;

Wang said that "Taiwan independence" threatens the well-being of Taiwan compatriots, and damages the fundamental interests of the Chinese nation. He mentioned that it will seriously undermine peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits.&nbsp;

"It is a dead end," Wang said.&nbsp;

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Beijing claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has even said that it will seize it by force if needed.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the US has backed Taiwan's security and has warned China against acting aggressively towards the self-ruled island democracy.&nbsp;

Wang added, "We believe that the international community, in accordance with the one-China principle, will continue to support the just cause of the Chinese people in striving for national reunification and opposing the separatist activities of seeking Taiwan's independence."&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Taiwan chooses 'troublemaker' Lai as President, what's next for the island nation?

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<h2>China summons Philippines' ambassador&nbsp;</h2>

China on Tuesday said it had summoned the Philippines' ambassador after President Ferdinand Marcos said he looked forward to working with Taiwanese president-elect Lai.&nbsp;

"This morning, Assistant Minister Nong Rong summoned the ambassador of the Philippines to China to make solemn representations and urge the Philippine side to give the Chinese side a responsible explanation," foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told a regular press conference.

"The Chinese side is strongly dissatisfied and resolutely opposes" Marcos's remarks, Mao said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday said that the result of Taiwan elections doesn't change what the nation believes, that there is only one China and Taiwan is part of it, state media reported.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday said that the result of Taiwan elections doesn't change what the nation believes, that there is only one China and Taiwan is part of it, state media reported. Wang's remarks came during a press conference after his meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in the Egyptian capital of Cairo. Independence-leaning Lai Ching-te eased to a comfortable victory in Taiwan's presidential election. Wang added that the Taiwan election result also won't change the prevailing consensus of the international community on adhering to the one-China principle. Also read: Chinese startup develops coin-sized nuclear battery that can last up to '50 years without charging' "Taiwan has never been a country. It was not the case in the past, and it will never be in the future," Wang said, further adding that "Taiwan independence" cannot and will not succeed. Wang noted that China, the United States and the United Kingdom 80 years ago issued the Cairo Declaration, which clearly stated that all the territories stolen from China, should be restored to China - it included Taiwan. Wang said that "Taiwan independence" threatens the well-being of Taiwan compatriots, and damages the fundamental interests of the Chinese nation. He mentioned that it will seriously undermine peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits. "It is a dead end," Wang said. Also read: Apple implements rare iPhone 15 discounts in China amid demand uncertainty Beijing claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has even said that it will seize it by force if needed. Meanwhile, the US has backed Taiwan's security and has warned China against acting aggressively towards the self-ruled island democracy. Wang added, "We believe that the international community, in accordance with the one-China principle, will continue to support the just cause of the Chinese people in striving for national reunification and opposing the separatist activities of seeking Taiwan's independence." Watch: Taiwan chooses 'troublemaker' Lai as President, what's next for the island nation? × China summons Philippines' ambassador China on Tuesday said it had summoned the Philippines' ambassador after President Ferdinand Marcos said he looked forward to working with Taiwanese president-elect Lai. "This morning, Assistant Minister Nong Rong summoned the ambassador of the Philippines to China to make solemn representations and urge the Philippine side to give the Chinese side a responsible explanation," foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told a regular press conference. "The Chinese side is strongly dissatisfied and resolutely opposes" Marcos's remarks, Mao said. (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwan’s election: Chinese foreign minister Wang defies mandate, says there is only one China

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday (Jan 9) that the ties between the United States and China "stabilised" last year as he spoke about the country's diplomatic work in 2023.&nbsp;

Wang also delivered a keynote speech at a symposium on Tuesday, saying that China will continue to strive to build a community with a shared future.&nbsp;

His speech comes amid the two powers - the US and China - continue to seek cordial relations in 2024.&nbsp;

Both nations have clashed in recent years on topics ranging from technology and trade to human rights, as well as tensions over Taiwan and conflicting claims in the South China Sea.&nbsp;

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Wang's remarks came at a symposium on the international situation and China's foreign relations in 2023 in Beijing. He admitted that ties had "encountered serious difficulties at the beginning of (last) year" while speaking at Beijing's opulent Diaoyutai State Guesthouse.&nbsp;

He said Beijing "expressed its solemn position, demanding that the United States change its misunderstanding of China and return to a rational and pragmatic China policy".&nbsp;

"After hard work, the two sides have restructured communication and dialogue, and bilateral relations have stopped falling and stabilised," Wang added.&nbsp;

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Wang is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee.&nbsp;

He said that Beijing would continue to "explore the correct way to get along with the US" and added that Chinese "wisdom" could help solve conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.&nbsp;

<h2>US-China tensions eased?&nbsp;</h2>

US President Joe Biden met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in San Francisco in November to ease some of the worst tensions in decades. Both sides described the talks as a qualified success.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, elections are due this week in Taiwan, which has been a key flashpoint between the US and China.&nbsp;

Beijing claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has even said that it will seize it by force if needed.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the US has backed Taiwan's security and has warned China against acting aggressively towards the self-ruled island democracy.&nbsp;

But Wang stressed that Biden had pledged to Xi that the US "does not support Taiwan independence" during their meeting last year.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday (Jan 9) that the ties between the United States and China "stabilised" last year as he spoke about the country's diplomatic work in 2023.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday (Jan 9) that the ties between the United States and China "stabilised" last year as he spoke about the country's diplomatic work in 2023. Wang also delivered a keynote speech at a symposium on Tuesday, saying that China will continue to strive to build a community with a shared future. His speech comes amid the two powers - the US and China - continue to seek cordial relations in 2024. Both nations have clashed in recent years on topics ranging from technology and trade to human rights, as well as tensions over Taiwan and conflicting claims in the South China Sea. Also read: US citizen detained in Russia on drug charges which carry up to 20 years in prison Wang's remarks came at a symposium on the international situation and China's foreign relations in 2023 in Beijing. He admitted that ties had "encountered serious difficulties at the beginning of (last) year" while speaking at Beijing's opulent Diaoyutai State Guesthouse. He said Beijing "expressed its solemn position, demanding that the United States change its misunderstanding of China and return to a rational and pragmatic China policy". "After hard work, the two sides have restructured communication and dialogue, and bilateral relations have stopped falling and stabilised," Wang added. Also read: Journalist in Canada arrested after he questions deputy PM, Elon Musk reacts Wang is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee. He said that Beijing would continue to "explore the correct way to get along with the US" and added that Chinese "wisdom" could help solve conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. US-China tensions eased? US President Joe Biden met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in San Francisco in November to ease some of the worst tensions in decades. Both sides described the talks as a qualified success. Meanwhile, elections are due this week in Taiwan, which has been a key flashpoint between the US and China. Beijing claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has even said that it will seize it by force if needed. Meanwhile, the US has backed Taiwan's security and has warned China against acting aggressively towards the self-ruled island democracy. But Wang stressed that Biden had pledged to Xi that the US "does not support Taiwan independence" during their meeting last year. (With inputs from agencies)

China’s foreign minister claims relations with US ‘stabilised’ in 2023

According to reports, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi is set to engage Pacific island nations with cooperation related to data communication, security and policing. Reports claim the plan also includes free trade agreement with Pacific countries.

The Chinese foreign minister is set to visit the Pacific island nations including the Solomon Islands with visits set to continue until June 4.&nbsp;

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Reports say Australian foreign minister Penny Wong will visit several nations over the next few weeks even as Wang Yi engages with countries in the Pacific.

China has reportedly sent an action plan to at least ten Pacific island nations ahead of Wang's visit. The draft document titled: China-Pacific Island Countries Common Development Vision has been sent to various countries ahead of the foreign ministers’ meeting in Fiji, reports claimed.

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The vision plan seeks to "strengthen exchanges and cooperation in the fields of traditional and non-traditional security” and to hold intermediate and high-level police training for Pacific Island.

Also on offer is access to China's market as Beijing seeks to play a greater role in the Pacific region. However, &nbsp;Federated States of Micronesia President David Panuelo warned that the agreement would allow China to "acquire access and control of our region".

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According to reports, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi is set to engage Pacific island nations with cooperation related to data communication, security and policing.

According to reports, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi is set to engage Pacific island nations with cooperation related to data communication, security and policing. Reports claim the plan also includes free trade agreement with Pacific countries. The Chinese foreign minister is set to visit the Pacific island nations including the Solomon Islands with visits set to continue until June 4. Also Read: Quad vs China: All four countries have recently had confrontations with China Reports say Australian foreign minister Penny Wong will visit several nations over the next few weeks even as Wang Yi engages with countries in the Pacific. China has reportedly sent an action plan to at least ten Pacific island nations ahead of Wang's visit. The draft document titled: China-Pacific Island Countries Common Development Vision has been sent to various countries ahead of the foreign ministers’ meeting in Fiji, reports claimed. Watch: New leaked reports on Uighurs Muslims in China shocks the world The vision plan seeks to "strengthen exchanges and cooperation in the fields of traditional and non-traditional security” and to hold intermediate and high-level police training for Pacific Island. Also on offer is access to China's market as Beijing seeks to play a greater role in the Pacific region. However, Federated States of Micronesia President David Panuelo warned that the agreement would allow China to "acquire access and control of our region". (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE × You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has justified the Uighur camps in Xinjiang probes. Wang Yi also justified the abuse of Uighur muslims on his first European tour.

China denies ill-treatment of Uighur, FM rebuffs human rights concerns

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has warned Norway against the Nobel Peace Prize by awarding it to Hong Kong protesters. Wang Yi is on a visit to Norway. China condemned granting of Nobel Prize to Dalai Lama.

Chinese FM Wang Yi visits Norway, warns over Nobel Peace Prize

After Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called for a "fair, independent and comprehensive verification with the European Union" on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dutch-pm-mark-rutte-did-not-visit-dying-mother-due-to-covid-19-lockdown-301117">coronavirus</a>, China's foreign ministry said that it "firmly opposes the politicization and stigmatization of the origin of the virus".

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"The origin of the new coronavirus is a serious scientific problem, which must be studied by scientists and medical experts on the basis of facts and science," China's foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said.

Several countries including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia have called for a probe into the origin of the virus. The World Health Organization(WHO) on its part had said it was ready to conduct a probe along with other member nations provided there was an invitation by China.

"It also goes against the efforts and expectations of the international community, including China and Japan, in the fight against the epidemic. I want to stress that political blindness should never override scientific judgment," China's foreign ministry spokesman stressed.

"Solidarity and cooperation are the most powerful weapons for humankind to overcome the epidemic," Zhao Lijian added.

China's foreign minister Wang Yi had earlier said his country was ready for "open" to international cooperation to identify the source of the virus, but added that it should be led by the WHO and should be "free of political interference".

"Fairness means the process be free of political interference, respect the sovereignty of all countries, and oppose any presumption of guilt," China's foreign minister asserted.

After Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called for a "fair, independent and comprehensive verification with the European Union" on coronavirus, China's foreign ministry said that it "firmly opposes the politicization and stigmatization of the origin of the virus".

After Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called for a "fair, independent and comprehensive verification with the European Union" on coronavirus, China's foreign ministry said that it "firmly opposes the politicization and stigmatization of the origin of the virus". Also Read: COVID-19 to have 'disastrous' impact on millions of children "The origin of the new coronavirus is a serious scientific problem, which must be studied by scientists and medical experts on the basis of facts and science," China's foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said. Several countries including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia have called for a probe into the origin of the virus. The World Health Organization(WHO) on its part had said it was ready to conduct a probe along with other member nations provided there was an invitation by China. "It also goes against the efforts and expectations of the international community, including China and Japan, in the fight against the epidemic. I want to stress that political blindness should never override scientific judgment," China's foreign ministry spokesman stressed. "Solidarity and cooperation are the most powerful weapons for humankind to overcome the epidemic," Zhao Lijian added. China's foreign minister Wang Yi had earlier said his country was ready for "open" to international cooperation to identify the source of the virus, but added that it should be led by the WHO and should be "free of political interference". "Fairness means the process be free of political interference, respect the sovereignty of all countries, and oppose any presumption of guilt," China's foreign minister asserted.

Firmly oppose politicisation of the origin of the virus: China

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is likely to visit India at the end of this month to hold talks on boundary issues between the two countries, sources said. 
Wang will hold talks with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval during the visit.

Incursions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) has remained a bone of contention between China and India.

In 2017, a 73-day standoff between the armies of the two countries in Doklam -- known as the Doklam crisis -- had emerged as a major challenge in the bilateral relations between New Delhi and Beijing.

This will be the first visit by a senior Chinese government official after the second informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Mamallapuram back in October this year.&nbsp;

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is likely to visit India at the end of this month to hold talks on boundary issues between the two countries, sources said. Wang will hold talks with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval during the visit.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is likely to visit India at the end of this month to hold talks on boundary issues between the two countries, sources said. Wang will hold talks with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval during the visit. Incursions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) has remained a bone of contention between China and India. In 2017, a 73-day standoff between the armies of the two countries in Doklam -- known as the Doklam crisis -- had emerged as a major challenge in the bilateral relations between New Delhi and Beijing. This will be the first visit by a senior Chinese government official after the second informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Mamallapuram back in October this year.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi likely to visit India this month

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed the truth about northwest <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/a-day-in-the-life-of-uighurs-251734">China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region</a> on Tuesday, refuting rumours made by anti-China forces about the situation in the remote Chinese region.

Addressing a dinner co-hosted by the National Committee on US-China Relations, US-China Business Council, US Chamber of Commerce and Council on Foreign Relations on in New York City, Wang said that what happens in Xinjiang is purely China's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-rights-watch-report-on-uighurs-full-of-prejudice-says-china-164872">internal affair</a>, which, however, has been deliberately discredited and attacked by some anti-China forces in the world.

Wang said the Chinese government values the protection of religious freedom in Xinjiang.

He said the number of religious sites has grown tenfold in the last five decades. Now, an average of 530 Muslims in Xinjiang have a mosque, which is higher than that in many Islamic countries, he noted.

Wang said the major tasks of fighting terrorism and violence have been largely successful, adding Xinjiang has not seen any terrorist attack in three years.

"Rumors find no market among the fair-minded and are pale in face of facts. What the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has done is for the sake of the happiness of the 25 million people of all ethnic groups in Xinjiang. It also makes a greater contribution to the international counter-terrorism cause. So we are open and aboveboard about this," said Wang.

The Chinese foreign minister said that over 1,000 foreign diplomats, scholars and media representatives have visited the region and that they agree some reports from Western media are misleading. He pointed out that 50 countries have jointly submitted a notice not long ago in support of China to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-aim-to-persuade-others-to-call-out-china-over-uighurs-at-un-mike-pompeo-248164">UN Human Rights Council</a>.

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed the truth about northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on Tuesday, refuting rumours made by anti-China forces about the situation in the remote Chinese region.

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed the truth about northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on Tuesday, refuting rumours made by anti-China forces about the situation in the remote Chinese region. Addressing a dinner co-hosted by the National Committee on US-China Relations, US-China Business Council, US Chamber of Commerce and Council on Foreign Relations on in New York City, Wang said that what happens in Xinjiang is purely China's internal affair, which, however, has been deliberately discredited and attacked by some anti-China forces in the world. Wang said the Chinese government values the protection of religious freedom in Xinjiang. He said the number of religious sites has grown tenfold in the last five decades. Now, an average of 530 Muslims in Xinjiang have a mosque, which is higher than that in many Islamic countries, he noted. Wang said the major tasks of fighting terrorism and violence have been largely successful, adding Xinjiang has not seen any terrorist attack in three years. "Rumors find no market among the fair-minded and are pale in face of facts. What the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has done is for the sake of the happiness of the 25 million people of all ethnic groups in Xinjiang. It also makes a greater contribution to the international counter-terrorism cause. So we are open and aboveboard about this," said Wang. The Chinese foreign minister said that over 1,000 foreign diplomats, scholars and media representatives have visited the region and that they agree some reports from Western media are misleading. He pointed out that 50 countries have jointly submitted a notice not long ago in support of China to the UN Human Rights Council.

What happens in Xinjiang is purely Beijing's internal matter: Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi

US secretary of state Mike Pompeo began his visit with China meeting foreign minister Wang Yi who said the trade war has cast a shadow on China-US relations.

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"US has been constantly escalating trade friction toward China, it has also adopted a series of actions on the Taiwan issue that harm China's rights," the Chinese foreign minister told the US secretary of state adding,"we believe this has been a direct attack on our mutual trust."

"We urge the United States to stop this kind of mistaken actions," Wang told Pompeo.

US has been involved in a&nbsp;trade war with China with President Trump levying tough tariffs against Chinese goods entering the American shores. Trump has said he would be forced to levy tariffs on all goods entering America in the future, if China did not adhere to US guidelines which involved reducing the trade deficit among others.

Pompeo in his response to Wang sought to steer the conversation towards US dialogue with North Korea and denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula.

"I do want to share with you my visit with North Korean chairman Kim Jong Un yesterday, and the progress we've made, and to make sure we are working together on our joint mission we've talked about before: the denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula," Pompeo told Wang without making direct reference the escalating trade war with China.

Pompeo that the US The US secretary he was ready to address all issues over which the US and China have fundamental disagreement, while asserting that the Trump administration has "great concerns about the actions that China has taken."

"I regret that the strategic dialogue between our two countries was something that you all chose not to undertake. It would have been an important opportunity for us to have discussions about this wider term, important issues, and certain opportunities for the people of our two countries," Pompeo told Wang.

During the meeting, both men openly disagreed over which side had called off a bilateral security dialogue that was due to take place in Beijing this month.

US secretary of state Mike Pompeo began his visit with China meeting foreign minister Wang Yi who said the trade war has cast a shadow on China-US relations. Also Read: Pompeo says North Korea ready to let inspectors into missile, nuclear sites "US has been constantly escalating trade friction toward China, it has also adopted a series of actions on the Taiwan issue that harm China's rights," the Chinese foreign minister told the US secretary of state adding,"we believe this has been a direct attack on our mutual trust.

US secretary of state Mike Pompeo began his visit with China meeting foreign minister Wang Yi who said the trade war has cast a shadow on China-US relations. Also Read: Pompeo says North Korea ready to let inspectors into missile, nuclear sites "US has been constantly escalating trade friction toward China, it has also adopted a series of actions on the Taiwan issue that harm China's rights," the Chinese foreign minister told the US secretary of state adding,"we believe this has been a direct attack on our mutual trust." "We urge the United States to stop this kind of mistaken actions," Wang told Pompeo. US has been involved in a trade war with China with President Trump levying tough tariffs against Chinese goods entering the American shores. Trump has said he would be forced to levy tariffs on all goods entering America in the future, if China did not adhere to US guidelines which involved reducing the trade deficit among others. Pompeo in his response to Wang sought to steer the conversation towards US dialogue with North Korea and denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula. "I do want to share with you my visit with North Korean chairman Kim Jong Un yesterday, and the progress we've made, and to make sure we are working together on our joint mission we've talked about before: the denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula," Pompeo told Wang without making direct reference the escalating trade war with China. Pompeo that the US The US secretary he was ready to address all issues over which the US and China have fundamental disagreement, while asserting that the Trump administration has "great concerns about the actions that China has taken." "I regret that the strategic dialogue between our two countries was something that you all chose not to undertake. It would have been an important opportunity for us to have discussions about this wider term, important issues, and certain opportunities for the people of our two countries," Pompeo told Wang. During the meeting, both men openly disagreed over which side had called off a bilateral security dialogue that was due to take place in Beijing this month.

US constantly escalating trade friction: Chinese foreign minister Wang to Pompeo

US President Donald Trump admitted his friendship with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping could be over on Wednesday as he accused Beijing of undermining his prospects in upcoming elections.

With tensions growing sharply between the two sides on a range of issues, Trump said China wanted him to suffer an electoral setback as payback for his hard-line over trade.

After accusing the government in Beijing of using a variety of tactics to damage his chances at the vital midterm polls in November, he said that relations with Xi might have taken a permanent turn for the worse.

Trump has spoken many times since coming to office of his friendship with Xi, praising the Chinese leader for his role in helping bring pressure to bear on North Korea over its nuclear program.

But asked at a press conference in New York how Xi could remain his friend given the hike in tensions, Trump indicated that he preferred to be respected than liked.

"He may not be a friend of mine anymore but I think he probably respects me," said the president, who said the US economy was easily weathering the impact of the trade dispute.

Washington this week enacted new tariffs against China covering another $200 billion of its imports, shrugging off threats of counter measures from Beijing.&nbsp;

"We have to make it fair," he said. "A lot of money is coming into our coffers. And it's had absolutely no impact on our economy."

China has vowed to retaliate with duties on $60 billion in US goods, but since the country only imports a total of $130 billion, its ability to hit back with matching tariffs is limited.

'Evidence'&nbsp;

The accusation of electoral interference first came during a meeting of the UN Security Council that Trump chaired himself earlier in the day. &nbsp; &nbsp;

"Regrettably we found that China has been attempting to interfere in our upcoming 2018 election coming up in November against my administration," Trump told the chamber.

"They do not want me or us to win because I am the first president ever to challenge China on trade," he added.

Trump later said there was clear evidence to back up his claim.

"We have evidence. It will come out. Yeah, I can't tell you now, but it came -- it didn't come out of nowhere, that I can tell you," he told a press conference.

In a briefing with reporters in Washington, a senior White House official said that China was deploying economic, military and informational tools to spread influence and to undermine the US government.

"The activities have reached an unacceptable level," the official said.

The official said the policy of "actively interfering in our political system includes hurting farmers in districts and states that voted for the president."

The official was referring to China's imposition of tariffs on soybeans -- a hugely important trade in the electorally crucial state of Iowa -- as retaliation for Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods.

'Unwarranted accusations'&nbsp;

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi rejected what he termed "unwarranted accusations."

"China has all along followed the principle of non-interference," Wang said in the same session that was chaired by the US president.

"We did not and will not interfere in any country's domestic affairs. We refuse to accept any unwarranted accusations against China."

But Trump followed up his accusations with a series of tweets accusing China's government of paying for newspaper space in the US state of Iowa to push its message.

These "propaganda ads" are being placed "because we are beating them on Trade, opening markets," he tweeted.

The United States also irked China earlier this week by going ahead with plans to sell a batch of military parts to the self-governing island of Taiwan.

Beijing sees Taiwan as part of its territory awaiting unification, and is deeply suspicious of the island's relations with the United States.

A special prosecutor, Robert Mueller, is investigating allegations that members of Trump's inner circle colluded with Russia to secure his victory in the 2016 presidential election after US security agencies determined that Moscow had sought to influence the outcome.

US President Donald Trump admitted his friendship with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping could be over on Wednesday as he accused Beijing of undermining his prospects in upcoming elections.

US President Donald Trump admitted his friendship with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping could be over on Wednesday as he accused Beijing of undermining his prospects in upcoming elections. With tensions growing sharply between the two sides on a range of issues, Trump said China wanted him to suffer an electoral setback as payback for his hard-line over trade. After accusing the government in Beijing of using a variety of tactics to damage his chances at the vital midterm polls in November, he said that relations with Xi might have taken a permanent turn for the worse. Trump has spoken many times since coming to office of his friendship with Xi, praising the Chinese leader for his role in helping bring pressure to bear on North Korea over its nuclear program. But asked at a press conference in New York how Xi could remain his friend given the hike in tensions, Trump indicated that he preferred to be respected than liked. "He may not be a friend of mine anymore but I think he probably respects me," said the president, who said the US economy was easily weathering the impact of the trade dispute. Washington this week enacted new tariffs against China covering another $200 billion of its imports, shrugging off threats of counter measures from Beijing. "We have to make it fair," he said. "A lot of money is coming into our coffers. And it's had absolutely no impact on our economy." China has vowed to retaliate with duties on $60 billion in US goods, but since the country only imports a total of $130 billion, its ability to hit back with matching tariffs is limited. 'Evidence' The accusation of electoral interference first came during a meeting of the UN Security Council that Trump chaired himself earlier in the day. "Regrettably we found that China has been attempting to interfere in our upcoming 2018 election coming up in November against my administration," Trump told the chamber. "They do not want me or us to win because I am the first president ever to challenge China on trade," he added. Trump later said there was clear evidence to back up his claim. "We have evidence. It will come out. Yeah, I can't tell you now, but it came -- it didn't come out of nowhere, that I can tell you," he told a press conference. In a briefing with reporters in Washington, a senior White House official said that China was deploying economic, military and informational tools to spread influence and to undermine the US government. "The activities have reached an unacceptable level," the official said. The official said the policy of "actively interfering in our political system includes hurting farmers in districts and states that voted for the president." The official was referring to China's imposition of tariffs on soybeans -- a hugely important trade in the electorally crucial state of Iowa -- as retaliation for Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods. 'Unwarranted accusations' Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi rejected what he termed "unwarranted accusations." "China has all along followed the principle of non-interference," Wang said in the same session that was chaired by the US president. "We did not and will not interfere in any country's domestic affairs. We refuse to accept any unwarranted accusations against China." But Trump followed up his accusations with a series of tweets accusing China's government of paying for newspaper space in the US state of Iowa to push its message. These "propaganda ads" are being placed "because we are beating them on Trade, opening markets," he tweeted. The United States also irked China earlier this week by going ahead with plans to sell a batch of military parts to the self-governing island of Taiwan. Beijing sees Taiwan as part of its territory awaiting unification, and is deeply suspicious of the island's relations with the United States. A special prosecutor, Robert Mueller, is investigating allegations that members of Trump's inner circle colluded with Russia to secure his victory in the 2016 presidential election after US security agencies determined that Moscow had sought to influence the outcome.

Trump admits friendship with China's Xi Jinping could be over

China invited Latin American and Caribbean countries to join its &quot;One Belt, One Road&quot; initiative on Monday, as part of an agreement to deepen economic and political cooperation in a region where US&nbsp;influence is historically strong.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the region was a natural fit for the initiative, which China has leveraged to deepen economic and financial cooperation with developing nations.

&quot;China will always stay committed to the path of peaceful development and the win-win strategy of opening up and stands ready to share development dividends with all countries,&quot; Wang said at a meeting between China and 33 members of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC).

Representatives from China and CELAC signed a broad agreement to expand ties in the second time China has met with CELAC - a bloc formed in Venezuela in 2011 that does not include the United States or Canada.

Though it had few specific details, the agreement is part of an evolving and more aggressive Chinese foreign policy in Latin America as the United States, under President Donald Trump, has taken a more protectionist stance.

The &quot;One Belt, One Road&quot; initiative, proposed in 2013 by Chinese President Xi Jinping, promotes expanding links between Asia, Africa and Europe, with billions of dollars in infrastructure investment.

Wang emphasized projects to improve connectivity between land and sea, and cited the need to jointly build &quot;logistic, electricity and information pathways.&quot;

The so-called Santiago declaration, signed by China and CELAC delegates, also calls for bolstering trade and taking action on climate change.

Chile Foreign Minister Heraldo Munoz, who has criticized Trump in the past, said the agreement marked a &quot;historic&quot; new era of dialogue between the region and China.

&quot;China said something that is very important, that it wants to be our must trustworthy partner in Latin America and the Caribbean and we greatly value that,&quot; said Munoz. &quot;This meeting represents a categoric repudiation of protectionism and unilateralism.&quot;

China has sought a bigger role overseas since Trump was elected, presenting its Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership trade agreement as an alternative to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which the United States has abandoned.

The country is already testing US&nbsp;dominance in Latin America, offering the region $250 billion in investment over the next decade. It is the top trading partner of many countries in the region, including Brazil, Chile and Argentina.

Still, Wang played down the idea of a race for influence.

&quot;It has nothing to do with geopolitical competition. It follows the principle of achieving shared growth through discussion and collaboration,&quot; Wang said in his remarks. &quot;It is nothing like a zero-sum game.&quot;

In recent years, Chinese companies have moved away from merely buying Latin American raw materials and are diversifying into sectors such as auto manufacturing, e-commerce and even technology businesses such as car-hailing services.

&ldquo;Our relations with China are very broad, this (CELAC) is one more pathway for Brazil to work with China. Together we identified more areas of cooperation,&rdquo; said Brazil&#39;s Vice Foreign Minister Marcos Galvao.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the region was a natural fit for the initiative

China invited Latin American and Caribbean countries to join its "One Belt, One Road" initiative on Monday, as part of an agreement to deepen economic and political cooperation in a region where US influence is historically strong. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the region was a natural fit for the initiative, which China has leveraged to deepen economic and financial cooperation with developing nations. "China will always stay committed to the path of peaceful development and the win-win strategy of opening up and stands ready to share development dividends with all countries," Wang said at a meeting between China and 33 members of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC). Representatives from China and CELAC signed a broad agreement to expand ties in the second time China has met with CELAC - a bloc formed in Venezuela in 2011 that does not include the United States or Canada. Though it had few specific details, the agreement is part of an evolving and more aggressive Chinese foreign policy in Latin America as the United States, under President Donald Trump, has taken a more protectionist stance. The "One Belt, One Road" initiative, proposed in 2013 by Chinese President Xi Jinping, promotes expanding links between Asia, Africa and Europe, with billions of dollars in infrastructure investment. Wang emphasized projects to improve connectivity between land and sea, and cited the need to jointly build "logistic, electricity and information pathways." The so-called Santiago declaration, signed by China and CELAC delegates, also calls for bolstering trade and taking action on climate change. Chile Foreign Minister Heraldo Munoz, who has criticized Trump in the past, said the agreement marked a "historic" new era of dialogue between the region and China. "China said something that is very important, that it wants to be our must trustworthy partner in Latin America and the Caribbean and we greatly value that," said Munoz. "This meeting represents a categoric repudiation of protectionism and unilateralism." China has sought a bigger role overseas since Trump was elected, presenting its Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership trade agreement as an alternative to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which the United States has abandoned. The country is already testing US dominance in Latin America, offering the region $250 billion in investment over the next decade. It is the top trading partner of many countries in the region, including Brazil, Chile and Argentina. Still, Wang played down the idea of a race for influence. "It has nothing to do with geopolitical competition. It follows the principle of achieving shared growth through discussion and collaboration," Wang said in his remarks. "It is nothing like a zero-sum game." In recent years, Chinese companies have moved away from merely buying Latin American raw materials and are diversifying into sectors such as auto manufacturing, e-commerce and even technology businesses such as car-hailing services. “Our relations with China are very broad, this (CELAC) is one more pathway for Brazil to work with China. Together we identified more areas of cooperation,” said Brazil's Vice Foreign Minister Marcos Galvao.

China invites Latin America to take part in One Belt, One Road

China is ready to build a closer partnership with India, and enhance pragmatic cooperation in all fields, visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Indian counterpart Sushma Swaraj during their meeting in New Delhi on Saturday. 
 
Wang positively reviewed the development of China-India ties, which he said have been making remarkable and comprehensive headway in recent years thanks to joint efforts by both sides. 
 
The leaders of the two countries have maintained close exchanges in visits and communication, the dialogue mechanism between the two governments has been ever increasing and perfecting, the complementariness of the two economies has been further tapped, and a win-win cooperation pattern is taking shape, Wang noted. 
 
The two peoples have enhanced understanding and friendship through more trade and cultural exchanges, and communication, he added. 
 
The two sides have strengthened strategic dialogue on major international issues such as climate change and global action and safeguarded the common interests of emerging markets and developing countries. 
 
China and India are strategic partners, and China is ready to work with India to master the general course for the development of ties, build a closer development partnership, and expand their all-around pragmatic cooperation, Wang said. 
 
China will strengthen communication and coordination with India to render both the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) summit in China&#39;s Hangzhou and BRICS summit in the Indian state of Goa successful, and thus elevate the status and role of emerging economies in the world arena, Wang said. 
 
The two sides will enhance cooperation in fields such as railway and industrial park construction, security, anti-terrorism and anti-extremism, expand communication and exchanges in education and tourism, facilitate more exchanges among regional governments of both countries, and jointly safeguard their common interests as well as those of all developing countries, Wang said. 
 
Wang said that the two countries have more common interests than differences, more needs for cooperation than competition while expressing confidence that the two sides can hold onto the general direction of ties, and refrain from allowing difference over single issues to confuse the general cooperation. 
 
Swaraj said that India has good prospects in the development of India-China relations, and has taken a series of measures to encourage Chinese investors and promote bilateral engagement, so as to foster the further development of ties. 
 
The two sides have good coordination on regional and international issues, she said, adding that India attaches great importance to relations with China, and is ready to strengthen the ties in various fields, increase humanitarian exchanges, and appropriately handle existing problems with patience to inject new vitality into the bilateral ties. 
 
The two diplomats also exchanged views on specific issues on bilateral ties, as well as regional and international issues of mutual concern, such as the situation on the Korean Peninsula and the Brexit. 
 
(Reuters)

The two sides are set to enhance cooperation in a number of fields of common interests

China is ready to build a closer partnership with India, and enhance pragmatic cooperation in all fields, visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Indian counterpart Sushma Swaraj during their meeting in New Delhi on Saturday. Wang positively reviewed the development of China-India ties, which he said have been making remarkable and comprehensive headway in recent years thanks to joint efforts by both sides. The leaders of the two countries have maintained close exchanges in visits and communication, the dialogue mechanism between the two governments has been ever increasing and perfecting, the complementariness of the two economies has been further tapped, and a win-win cooperation pattern is taking shape, Wang noted. The two peoples have enhanced understanding and friendship through more trade and cultural exchanges, and communication, he added. The two sides have strengthened strategic dialogue on major international issues such as climate change and global action and safeguarded the common interests of emerging markets and developing countries. China and India are strategic partners, and China is ready to work with India to master the general course for the development of ties, build a closer development partnership, and expand their all-around pragmatic cooperation, Wang said. China will strengthen communication and coordination with India to render both the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) summit in China's Hangzhou and BRICS summit in the Indian state of Goa successful, and thus elevate the status and role of emerging economies in the world arena, Wang said. The two sides will enhance cooperation in fields such as railway and industrial park construction, security, anti-terrorism and anti-extremism, expand communication and exchanges in education and tourism, facilitate more exchanges among regional governments of both countries, and jointly safeguard their common interests as well as those of all developing countries, Wang said. Wang said that the two countries have more common interests than differences, more needs for cooperation than competition while expressing confidence that the two sides can hold onto the general direction of ties, and refrain from allowing difference over single issues to confuse the general cooperation. Swaraj said that India has good prospects in the development of India-China relations, and has taken a series of measures to encourage Chinese investors and promote bilateral engagement, so as to foster the further development of ties. The two sides have good coordination on regional and international issues, she said, adding that India attaches great importance to relations with China, and is ready to strengthen the ties in various fields, increase humanitarian exchanges, and appropriately handle existing problems with patience to inject new vitality into the bilateral ties. The two diplomats also exchanged views on specific issues on bilateral ties, as well as regional and international issues of mutual concern, such as the situation on the Korean Peninsula and the Brexit. (Reuters)

China-India ties making remarkable progress: Chinese Foreign Minister

India should avoid &quot;unnecessary entanglement&quot; in the South China Sea dispute during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi&#39;s visit to New Delhi to prevent it becoming yet &quot;another factor&quot; to impact bilateral ties, a state-run Chinese daily said on Tuesday. 
 
&quot;India may want to avoid unnecessary entanglement with China over the South China Sea debate during Wang&#39;s visit if the country wishes to create a good atmosphere for economic cooperation, which would include reducing tariffs on made-in-India products exported to China amid the ongoing free trade talk known as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership,&quot; an article in the state-run Global Times said. 
 
&quot;India is expected to allow only moderate tariff reduction on made-in-China products under the talks in a bid to preserve its domestic industries. If India wants China to be more generous in terms of tariff reduction, it would be unwise for the country to let its&nbsp; 
relationship with China deteriorate further at this moment,&quot; it said. The daily said that India&#39;s focus on the South China Sea issue at this moment was puzzling as the move it said might risk &quot;unnecessary side effects&quot; to bilateral ties and potentially create obstacles for Indian exporters hoping to increase their presence in China, the world&#39;s second largest importer. 
 
Underlining that tensions between China and India have been increasing in recent months owing to a series of political incidents, it said, &quot;Considering that India does not face territorial disputes with China in the South China Sea, is it worth letting the South China Sea issue become another factor that will impact India&#39;s cooperation with China? India should consider this.&quot; Amid unease in ties, Wang will arrive in India to hold talks with his counterpart Sushma Swaraj on August 13 during which key regional and bilateral issues will be discussed, including the NSG issue. 
 
His visit comes ahead of the G20 Summit scheduled to be held in the Chinese city of Hangzhou next month in which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to take part. 
 
Following the ruling by an international tribunal last month which rejected Beijing&#39;s claims over much of the disputed sea area, China is campaigning against the issue to be raised in G20 Summit saying it is a matter to be resolved between parties concerned and outsider has no role. 
 
&quot;In fairness, after dozens of countries have expressed support for China&#39;s stance in the South China Sea, India&#39;s attitude toward the issue may not be as important as the nation had imagined,&quot; the article said. 
 
&quot;While many Indian people have been focused on the South China Sea ahead of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi&#39;s upcoming trip to the country, less attention has been paid to the recent fall in exports of made-in-India products to China,&quot; it said. 
 
It said India should move its focus from geopolitical competition to economic issues to stop a further decline in exports to China. &quot;Under normal circumstances, defusing the tensions between the two counties will help lay a sound foundation for fostering closer&nbsp; 
economic ties. In this regard, Wang Yi&#39;s trip will offer concrete opportunities for India,&quot; the daily said. 
 
&quot;India&#39;s exports to China have dropped 16.7 per cent year-on-year in the first seven months of the year, Chinese customs data showed on Monday, suggesting that a large number of Indian enterprises are having a hard time exploring the Chinese market amid simmering tensions between the two countries. Regretfully, due attention has not been paid to the living conditions of those Indian firms,&quot; it said. 
 
India-China bilateral trade which totalled around $70 billion last year tilted heavily in favour of Beijing with over $46 billion trade deficit. 
 
Wang&#39;s visit will be the first high-level visit between the two countries after China stalled India&#39;s Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) membership bid at the Plenary meeting of the 48-nation grouping in June on the grounds that it was a non-NPT signatory. 
 
Wang&#39;s visit also comes just days after Chinese troops &quot;transgressed&quot; the border on land and by air in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand last month. 
 
Wang will also be visiting Goa, where India is due to host BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) summit in October. 
 
Meanwhile, another article in the same daily accused India of blocking BRICS initiative to liberalize visa regime for member countries and said getting business visa to India has become a &quot;pain in the butt&quot;. 
 
&quot;Given its unusual sensitivity, the Indian authorities&#39; visa policies toward Chinese personnel often reflect the latest twists and turns in the Sino-Indian relations,&quot; it said. 
 
It alleged that &quot;in the aftermath of India&#39;s failed bid to join the NSG, which New Delhi blamed Beijing as the culprit behind the scenes of their non-admittance, the Indian authorities first refused to renew the visas of three Chinese journalists from Xinhua, then blocked a visa waiver programme for BRICS nationals for security reason.&quot; 
 
&quot;Although news about India&#39;s latest reform on GST galvanised waves of optimism among business communities across China, for Chinese nationals, a business visa to India remains a pain in the butt,&quot; it said. 
 
The article said that although boundary disputes, NSG membership and other &quot;historical episodes&quot; are unlikely to be solved in the short run, it is in both countries&#39; interests to &quot;look beyond and explore the new possibilities&quot;. 
 
(PTI)

The newspaper report says India should shift its focus from geopolitical competition to economic issues

India should avoid "unnecessary entanglement" in the South China Sea dispute during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to New Delhi to prevent it becoming yet "another factor" to impact bilateral ties, a state-run Chinese daily said on Tuesday. "India may want to avoid unnecessary entanglement with China over the South China Sea debate during Wang's visit if the country wishes to create a good atmosphere for economic cooperation, which would include reducing tariffs on made-in-India products exported to China amid the ongoing free trade talk known as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership," an article in the state-run Global Times said. "India is expected to allow only moderate tariff reduction on made-in-China products under the talks in a bid to preserve its domestic industries. If India wants China to be more generous in terms of tariff reduction, it would be unwise for the country to let its relationship with China deteriorate further at this moment," it said. The daily said that India's focus on the South China Sea issue at this moment was puzzling as the move it said might risk "unnecessary side effects" to bilateral ties and potentially create obstacles for Indian exporters hoping to increase their presence in China, the world's second largest importer. Underlining that tensions between China and India have been increasing in recent months owing to a series of political incidents, it said, "Considering that India does not face territorial disputes with China in the South China Sea, is it worth letting the South China Sea issue become another factor that will impact India's cooperation with China? India should consider this." Amid unease in ties, Wang will arrive in India to hold talks with his counterpart Sushma Swaraj on August 13 during which key regional and bilateral issues will be discussed, including the NSG issue. His visit comes ahead of the G20 Summit scheduled to be held in the Chinese city of Hangzhou next month in which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to take part. Following the ruling by an international tribunal last month which rejected Beijing's claims over much of the disputed sea area, China is campaigning against the issue to be raised in G20 Summit saying it is a matter to be resolved between parties concerned and outsider has no role. "In fairness, after dozens of countries have expressed support for China's stance in the South China Sea, India's attitude toward the issue may not be as important as the nation had imagined," the article said. "While many Indian people have been focused on the South China Sea ahead of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's upcoming trip to the country, less attention has been paid to the recent fall in exports of made-in-India products to China," it said. It said India should move its focus from geopolitical competition to economic issues to stop a further decline in exports to China. "Under normal circumstances, defusing the tensions between the two counties will help lay a sound foundation for fostering closer economic ties. In this regard, Wang Yi's trip will offer concrete opportunities for India," the daily said. "India's exports to China have dropped 16.7 per cent year-on-year in the first seven months of the year, Chinese customs data showed on Monday, suggesting that a large number of Indian enterprises are having a hard time exploring the Chinese market amid simmering tensions between the two countries. Regretfully, due attention has not been paid to the living conditions of those Indian firms," it said. India-China bilateral trade which totalled around $70 billion last year tilted heavily in favour of Beijing with over $46 billion trade deficit. Wang's visit will be the first high-level visit between the two countries after China stalled India's Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) membership bid at the Plenary meeting of the 48-nation grouping in June on the grounds that it was a non-NPT signatory. Wang's visit also comes just days after Chinese troops "transgressed" the border on land and by air in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand last month. Wang will also be visiting Goa, where India is due to host BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) summit in October. Meanwhile, another article in the same daily accused India of blocking BRICS initiative to liberalize visa regime for member countries and said getting business visa to India has become a "pain in the butt". "Given its unusual sensitivity, the Indian authorities' visa policies toward Chinese personnel often reflect the latest twists and turns in the Sino-Indian relations," it said. It alleged that "in the aftermath of India's failed bid to join the NSG, which New Delhi blamed Beijing as the culprit behind the scenes of their non-admittance, the Indian authorities first refused to renew the visas of three Chinese journalists from Xinhua, then blocked a visa waiver programme for BRICS nationals for security reason." "Although news about India's latest reform on GST galvanised waves of optimism among business communities across China, for Chinese nationals, a business visa to India remains a pain in the butt," it said. The article said that although boundary disputes, NSG membership and other "historical episodes" are unlikely to be solved in the short run, it is in both countries' interests to "look beyond and explore the new possibilities". (PTI)

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