- Xi Jinping will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek and pay state visits to Kyrgyzstan and Egypt from Sunday (August 30), as announced by China's foreign ministry on August 26.
- The tour will last until September 3, marking Xi's second overseas trip this year after visiting North Korea in June.
- There is ongoing uncertainty regarding Xi's participation in the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with a potential bilateral meeting with PM Modi on the sidelines of the Bishkek summit.
- A Reuters report suggested that Xi could visit New Delhi for the BRICS Summit with a 400-member delegation, as Chinese officials are currently examining hotels and security protocols.
- On Tuesday, NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese FM Wang Yi engaged in a 'candid and in-depth exchange' during the 25th Special Representatives' Meeting on the India-China boundary question in Beijing.
- Wang Yi expressed that China is ready to work with India to approach bilateral relations from a strategic and long-term perspective, aiming to strengthen communication and improve mutual understanding.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to embark on a diplomatic tour to Kyrgyzstan and Egypt from August 30 to September 3, attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek. This marks his second overseas trip of the year, following a visit to North Korea in June.12
During the summit, Xi will engage with other leaders to discuss enhancing cooperation and addressing significant international and regional issues, as stated by Lin Jian, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry. The summit is scheduled for August 31 and September 1.
Amidst this visit, there remains uncertainty regarding Xi's participation in the upcoming BRICS summit in New Delhi. Reports suggest that a bilateral meeting between Xi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi could occur on the summit's sidelines, potentially paving the way for an official announcement regarding Xi's plans for the BRICS event.34
A recent Reuters report indicated that Xi might lead a 400-member delegation to New Delhi, with Chinese officials currently assessing hotels and security measures for the potential visit. This comes after a constructive dialogue between Ajit Doval, India's National Security Adviser, and Wang Yi, China's foreign minister, focusing on improving bilateral relations and resolving differences.568
As the diplomatic landscape evolves, the outcomes of Xi's visits and discussions at the SCO summit could significantly influence regional dynamics and China's relations with India.
“The tour, lasting until September 3, is Xi's second overseas trip this year after North Korea in June. A possible bilateral meeting with PM Modi on the sidelines could set the stage for an official announcement on Xi's BRICS plans, with a Reuters report suggesting a 400-member delegation.”
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