On August 15, 2026, Consul General Xu Wei met with an Indian media delegation prior to their upcoming visit to China. The two sides exchanged views on strengthening media cooperation and people-to-people exchanges between China and India.

Consul General Xu noted that, under the strategic guidance of the leaders of the two countries, China-India relations have continued to improve, with a rich array of cultural exchanges. He emphasized that the media serves as a vital bridge for enhancing mutual understanding, building trust and strengthening people-to-people bonds between China and India. He extended a warm welcome to the Indian media delegation and expressed hope that they would gain a comprehensive and objective understanding of China in all its depth and diversity, help tell the story of China-India friendship, and foster a favorable public opinion environment for the sound development of bilateral relations.

Mr. Vivek Gupta, head of the delegation and Managing Director and Chief Editor of Sanmarg, expressed appreciation to the Chinese Consulate General for this opportunity. He noted that both India and China are ancient civilizations with a long history of friendly exchanges. The delegation looks forward to deepening its understanding of China through this visit and playing a positive role in promoting mutual understanding and friendly cooperation between the two peoples.

The delegation, comprising representatives from seven mainstream Indian media outlets such as The Times of India and Sanmarg, will visit Nanjing and Changsha from August 16 to 22. During the tour, the delegation will explore China’s rich history and culture as well as gain firsthand insights into the progress of Chinese modernization.