- China supports India in making this year’s BRICS summit a 'full success', while not confirming whether President Xi Jinping will attend the meeting scheduled for September 12-13.
- India is the current chair of the grouping and is due to host the summit on September 12-13.
- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China attaches great importance to BRICS cooperation and is actively involved in it.
- Overall, China reiterated support for India’s BRICS chairmanship while leaving unanswered the question of Xi’s attendance at the summit.
- When asked about Xi’s participation, Mao said, “For the specifics you mentioned, I have no information to share at the moment.”
China has reiterated its support for India in hosting the upcoming BRICS summit, scheduled for September 12-13. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated, “China attaches great importance to and actively participates in BRICS cooperation.” However, she did not confirm whether President Xi Jinping would attend the summit.23
Mao emphasized the significance of BRICS as a platform for cooperation among emerging markets and developing countries, stating, “We support this year’s chair India in making the BRICS Summit a full success.” Despite this support, the uncertainty surrounding Xi's attendance remains a point of concern.
India, as the current chair of the grouping, is expected to play a pivotal role in the summit's proceedings. Mao's comments reflect China's commitment to deepening political mutual trust and advancing cooperation with India, while also addressing differences and disputes.
Overall, while China has expressed its backing for India's leadership in BRICS, the lack of clarity regarding Xi's participation leaves questions about the summit's potential impact and the dynamics of China-India relations moving forward.4
“Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized the importance of BRICS cooperation and China's active participation. While reiterating support for India's chairmanship, she stated, 'For the specifics you mentioned, I have no information to share at the moment,' leaving Xi's attendance in question.”
Deccan Herald
