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During the interaction, Wang said China is prepared to implement the important understanding reached between the leaders of the two countries and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation. He emphasised that India and China, as two of the world’s largest developing countries and major voices of the Global South, have a responsibility to work together in support of stability, development and self-reliance among developing nations.

Doval said India welcomes the US-Iran understanding and hopes that it will work in a constructive manner. His use of the phrase “cautious optimism” reflects India’s balanced diplomatic approach: welcoming de-escalation while remaining mindful of the complex political and security dynamics in West Asia.

The decision is significant for Indian travellers because Sri Lanka is one of the most accessible international destinations from India. Short flight times, cultural familiarity, Buddhist and Ramayana-linked heritage circuits, beaches, wildlife, Ayurveda, hill-country landscapes, casinos, weddings, MICE tourism and weekend luxury travel all make the island a natural overseas getaway for Indian families, young travellers and business groups.

India’s assistance to Afghanistan has consistently avoided narrow political framing and focused instead on the needs of ordinary Afghan citizens. Food, medicines, vaccines, disaster relief materials and development support have formed the core of New Delhi’s outreach. This latest consignment fits that larger pattern: India is helping keep essential health services alive in a neighbouring country where public welfare systems remain under pressure.

The meeting is being held under India’s 2026 BRICS presidency, whose theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” The New Delhi programme includes multiple ministerial sessions at Bharat Mandapam, a joint call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and a dinner hosted by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.