Overview

• Xu Feihong expressed confidence that India-China ties will grow 'better and better' reflecting centuries of cultural and historical exchange.
• Xu also highlighted a key consensus reached by Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi to maintain open communication channels and promote good neighbourly relations.
• Xu signalled optimism that direct flights, grounded since 2020, could resume soon to boost connectivity.
• China plans to host a youth exchange delegation from India in Beijing and other cities to foster people-to-people links.
• 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and China, underlining a landmark year for bilateral engagement.