China backs India's BRICS summit as ministers vow global responsibility in Manila
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Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met in Manila to discuss bilateral ties and China's support for India's upcoming BRICS summit.
Background
The meeting took place in Manila during ASEAN-related meetings. Both nations agreed to enhance cooperation in economy, media, and cultural exchanges while emphasizing high-level diplomatic exchanges.
Facts for Prelims
- PostS. Jaishankar: Minister of External Affairs, Government of India
- PostWang Yi: Minister of Foreign Affairs, People's Republic of China
- Intl. orgBRICS: An intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (expanded in 2024)
- FactIndia is scheduled to host the BRICS summit in September 2024
For Mains
Q. Analyze the significance of the BRICS framework in shaping the global order and its implications for India's strategic autonomy in a multipolar world.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical balancing: Navigating the 'China-India' rivalry while pursuing shared interests within the BRICS multilateral framework
- Economic integration: Potential for trade expansion versus the persistent infrastructure and border-related friction between the two nations
- Global South leadership: India's role in positioning BRICS as a platform for developing nations' voices against Western-centric hegemony
Keywords: Strategic Autonomy · Multipolarity · Global South · Bilateralism · Diplomatic Engagement
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