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Chinese Embassy in India Hosts 2026 Chinese New Year’s Reception

On February 3, 2026, the Chinese Embassy in India hosted the 2026 Chinese New Year’s reception at the Shangri-La Hotel in New Delhi. Representatives from Indian government, political parties, diplomatic corps, enterprises, think tanks, media as well as overseas Chinese, Chinese enterprises and students were present. Xu Ambassador Xu Feihong extended Chinese New Year greetings to all the guests. He stated that last year …

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External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar interacted with BRICS Sherpas and Country Representatives at the First BRICS Sherpa/Sous-Sherpa Meeting in New Delhi

First Meeting of the BRICS Sherpas under India’s Chairship, New Delhi (February 09 – 10, 2026) February 11, 2026 The first meeting of BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas under India’s Chairship was held from 9-10 February 2026 in New Delhi. The meeting was Chaired by Secretary (Economic Relations) Mr. Sudhakar Dalela, India’s BRICS Sherpa, supported …

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Foreign Secretary meets Executive vice Foreign Minister of China, Mr. Ma Zhaoxu -February 10, 2026

Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri met H.E. Mr. Ma Zhaoxu, Executive vice Foreign Minister of China in New Delhi. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held the India China Strategic Dialogue with his counterpart Executive vice Foreign Minister (EVFM) of the People’s Republic of China Ma Zhaoxu on February 10, 2026. EVFM Ma Zhaoxu is in India …

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India likely to ease China curbs on investment, procurement as policy rethink gains steam

Senior govt. source says foreign capital should be judged on economic impact; industry calls for calibrated sector-specific flexibility Press Note tightened scrutiny of FDI from countries sharing land borders with India India may relax China-focused investment curbs, prioritizing economic impact over nationality. Easing likely in non-strategic sectors, with safeguards for telecom and defence. Industry seeks …

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President Xi congratulates Indian president on Republic Day- 26.01.2026

BEIJING – Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a congratulatory message to his Indian counterpart, Droupadi Murmu, on India’s 77th Republic Day. Xi highlighted that over the past year, China-India relations have continued to improve and develop, which aligns with the fundamental interests of both countries and their people, and is of great significance for maintaining …

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Launch of BRICS India 2026 Logo, Theme and Website by the External Affairs Minister-13.01.2026

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar unveiled the logo, theme and website of India’s BRICS Chairship 2026 on 13 January 2026 in New Delhi. 2. The BRICS India 2026 Logo symbolises inclusivity, dialogue and shared growth. The logo blends tradition with modernity, with petals reflecting the vibrant colours of all BRICS members and symbolising collective …

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India–China Relations in 2025: Laying the Groundwork for a Cooperative Future by Vijay K. Mishra

The year 2025 emerged as a turning point in India–China relations, marked by a more constructive and forward looking approach after several years of strain following the 2020 Galwan Valley incident. While differences particularly on the boundary issue did not vanish, both New Delhi and Beijing demonstrated a clear willingness to move beyond confrontation and …

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Foreign Secretary meets Vice Minister of International Department of Communist Party of China, Ms. Sun Haiyan- January 14, 2026

Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri met Ms. Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), who is on a visit to India from 12-14 January 2026. 2. The discussions covered the progress made in stabilizing and rebuilding bilateral ties with priority on business and people-centric engagements, and ways …

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India, China to resume Border Trade via Shipki-La after decades

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has granted formal approval to restart trade through Shipki-La, situated in the Pooh subdivision of Kinnaur, with operations expected to commence from June next year. In a significant diplomatic and economic development, India and China are set to resume limited cross-border trade through the strategically located Shipki-La Pass in …

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India–China talks in Beijing signal improved ties after Modi–Xi meet

India stressed early resolution of pending export-control issues, while both sides highlighted the strategic guidance of their leaders After Tianjin, cautious optimism: Senior officials from India and China met in Beijing for a new round of consultations and affirmed “positive progress” in bilateral relations following the Modi–Xi meeting in Tianjin in August. | Photo Credit: …

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