In a significant sign of improving people-to-people ties, China has issued more than 85,000 visas to Indian nationals between January 1 and April 9 this year, according to the Chinese Embassy in India. The embassy described the move as part of its efforts to “actively facilitate” cross-border exchanges and warmly welcomed more Indian citizens to visit China.
The statement reflects a renewed commitment between the two nations to promote cultural, educational, business, and tourism exchanges, even as broader diplomatic relations remain complex. The Chinese Embassy noted that the visas were issued for a wide variety of purposes — including business, tourism, education, work, and family reunions.
This jump in visa issuance suggests a…
