China Supports India in Fulfilling Its Responsibilities as BRICS Chair: Wang Yi on Meeting Ajit Doval at BRICS NSA Meeting

Source: The Tribune | Original Published At: 2026-06-23 08:48:01 UTC

Key Points

• Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in New Delhi for the 16th BRICS National Security Advisers' Meeting on June 22-23, 2026.
• Wang Yi stated China supports India in fulfilling its responsibilities as the rotating chair of BRICS and is willing to promote the development of the BRICS mechanism.
• The meeting theme focused on 'Non-traditional security challenges confronting the world today' with BRICS members exchanging views on international security situations.
• Both sides emphasized implementing leaders' consensus, promoting cooperation, and accelerating the modernization process of the Global South.
• Wang Yi stressed that China-India border differences should be managed carefully and not overshadow broader bilateral ties.
• The NSA meeting serves as political preparation for the BRICS Summit scheduled for September 2026.
• Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong indicated China will exchange views with BRICS members on conventional and non-conventional security challenges.