Will India-China Distances Decrease? Chinese Commerce Counselor Qin Jie’s Major Statement Before BRICS Summit

Source: Patrika News | Original Published At: 2026-04-01 10:57:44 UTC

Key Points

• Chinese Commerce Counselor Qin Jie stated India-China relations are progressing in the right direction under top leadership guidance
• Leaders from both countries have met twice in the past two years, providing new direction to bilateral ties
• The BRICS summit to be held in India this year is seen as a major opportunity to strengthen cooperation between the two nations
• China will host the BRICS summit next year, which could accelerate dialogue and cooperation
• Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized both countries should support each other during BRICS presidency
• Experts suggest improved India-China cooperation could positively impact regional and global stability amid rising geopolitical tensions