China's Wang Yi Calls For Closer India Ties During Meeting With Jaishankar, Backs BRICS Summit
Last Updated:July 23, 2026, 12:18 ISTWang also urged both sides to strengthen coordination and cooperation, promote the growth of the greater BRICS cooperation mechanismRapid ReadRapid ReadSummarized by. . .
Last Updated:July 23, 2026, 12:18 ISTWang also urged both sides to strengthen coordination and cooperation, promote the growth of the greater BRICS cooperation mechanismRapid ReadRapid ReadSummarized by AI. +Wang Yi calls for closer China-India ties. Wang Yi backs India hosting BRICS summit. Jaishankar affirmed India's stance on Taiwan. Wang Yi Meets S Jaishankar. (X/@DrSJaishankar)Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday said that China and India should consolidate the positive momentum in their bilateral relations and strengthen coordination and cooperation in international and regional affairs. Wang made the remarks in Manila during a meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. He said both countries should keep humanity’s well-being in mind, demonstrate responsibility as major nations, and contribute to advancing multipolarity and greater democracy in international relations. Recommended StoriesS Jaishankar Meets Marco Rubio In Manila, Says Talks Focused On 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership'US Slams China's 'Dangerous, Aggressive' Action After Sea Clash With Philippines NavyWang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said China is ready to work with India to implement the important common understandings reached by the leaders of the two countries. He called for maintaining close high-level exchanges, enhancing cooperation in areas including economy and trade, media, and people-to-people and cultural exchanges, while properly handling sensitive issues. A wide ranging discussion with Politburo member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi of China in Manila#Philippines. Text of my opening remarks as below:Excellency, I am glad to meet you again. Our participation in the EAS and the ASEAN Regional Forum not only provides an occasion to…pic. twitter. com/cE5jymVou4— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar)July 22, 2026Wang also urged both sides to strengthen coordination and cooperation, promote the growth of the greater BRICS cooperation mechanism, and better represent and safeguard the common interests of developing countries. China will continue to support India in hosting a successful BRICS summit this year, Wang said. During the meeting, Jaishankar said India’s positions on issues related to Taiwan and Xizang have not changed, and that India respects China’s sovereignty. He added that India has consistently worked towards a positive and cooperative bilateral relationship with a forward-looking approach. News18 NewsletterHandpicked stories, in your inboxA newsletter with the best of our journalismKey Questions AnsweredChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged closer India ties and supported the BRICS summit during a meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Manila. Location :PhilippinesFirst Published:July 23, 2026, 12:18 ISTNewsworldChina's Wang Yi Calls For Closer India Ties During Meeting With Jaishankar, Backs BRICS SummitDisclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to ourTerms of UseandPrivacy Policy. Loading comments. . . Read More