New Delhi, 19 June 2026
A delegation from the India-China Trade Centre (ICTC), led by its Executive Vice Chairman, Mr. Mishra, attended the inaugural celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival hosted by H.E. Ambassador Xu Feihong and Madam Tan Yuxiu, in association with Taj Palace, New Delhi, at the renowned Spicy Duck Restaurant.
The event brought together distinguished diplomats, business leaders, industry representatives, and friends of India-China relations to celebrate one of China’s most cherished traditional festivals. The evening showcased the rich cultural heritage of China through authentic cuisine, cultural exchanges, and meaningful interactions that strengthened people-to-people ties between India and China.
Mr. Mishra highlighted the significance of cultural diplomacy in fostering stronger economic, commercial, and institutional cooperation between the two countries. He noted that such engagements provide valuable opportunities to deepen mutual understanding, build trust, and promote constructive dialogue among stakeholders from government, industry, academia, and civil society.
The Dragon Boat Festival, which symbolizes unity, perseverance, harmony, and cultural pride, served as an excellent platform for interaction between the diplomatic community and business leaders. The celebration reflected the growing interest in expanding bilateral cooperation through cultural exchanges, trade promotion, technology collaboration, investment partnerships, and tourism.
Mr. Mishra conveyed ICTC’s sincere appreciation to H.E. Ambassador Xu Feihong, Madam Tan Yuxiu, Mr. Guo CE, Minister, Economic & Commercial Office of the Embassy of China in India, and the management of Taj Palace New Delhi for organizing the memorable event. He also reaffirmed ICTC’s commitment to strengthening India-China relations through enhanced business, technology, educational, cultural, and people-to-people cooperation.
The participation of ICTC in the celebration further underscores the organization’s dedication to promoting mutual understanding and fostering closer ties between the business communities of India and China. ICTC continues to work closely with industry leaders, institutions, and stakeholders in both countries to facilitate trade, investment, technology transfer, industrial collaboration, and cultural exchanges, thereby contributing to stronger bilateral relations and sustainable economic development.
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