Ambassador Xu Feihong Calls for Building Trust and Expanding Cooperation in India-China Ties

China’s Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, has signaled a fresh chapter in bilateral ties, underscoring “Culture, Trade, Trust” as the foundation for future cooperation. At Spring Festival celebrations in New Delhi, Xu stressed that Beijing views New Delhi as both a cooperation partner and a development opportunity.

The envoy pointed to shared cultural heritage, including Buddhist links and visits to Ajanta, Ellora, and Santiniketan, as vital bridges between the two nations. He also highlighted the record bilateral trade of $155.6 billion in 2025, marking a 12% year-on-year growth, with Indian exports to China rising nearly 10%.

Key Highlights

• Cultural Diplomacy: Shared Buddhist heritage and cultural exchanges cited as trust-building measures.
• Trade Growth: Bilateral trade hit $155.6 billion in 2025, with Indian exports up 9.7%.
• Political Engagement: Relations improved after the Modi–Xi meeting in Tianjin last August.
• Multilateral Cooperation: China supports India’s BRICS presidency and Global South initiatives.
• Future Outlook: Emphasis on aligning development strategies to expand mutual benefits.

Xu’s remarks reflect a broader effort to reset ties and build confidence through cultural diplomacy, economic engagement, and strategic cooperation.

Sources: Reuters, Economic Times, News18, IANS