New Delhi/Beijing: Former US President Donald Trump has once again adopted an aggressive policy against China and imposed an additional 104 per cent tax on it. This American trade policy has made a new phase in the US-China trade war. In this background, China has extended a surprising step to India.
Taking forward the old slogan of “Hindi-Chinese Bhai-Bhai”, China has started issuing visas to Indian citizens on a large scale. Between January 1 and April 9, 2025, India -based Chinese embassies and consulates issued visas to 85,000 Indians.
New dimension of cooperation in India-China relations
Relations between India and China have been tense for some time. However, China has opened its doors to Indians for a new start in the field of trade and tourism. Experts say that this will promote mutual relations between the people between the two countries. Chinese Ambassador to India Zhu Faihong, while sharing a post on social media, has openly announced to welcome Indian citizens to China. He said, “Many friends from India have expressed their desire to come to China and we warmly welcome them.”
Special discounts for Indian tourists
The Chinese government has announced several important concessions in the visa process for Indian citizens.
1. Online appointment is no longer mandatory – Indian citizens will no longer need to take online appointment while applying for China Visa.
2. Do not require biometric information for short -term travel – If Indian citizens are traveling to China for short term, they will not need to submit biometric data (fingerprints).
3. Visa process became easier – this amendment has made it easier and convenient for Indian tourists to travel to China.
China’s policy, proximity to India, distance from America
In view of increasing American protectionism, China will have to find new avenues for trade cooperation. Many American companies and traders are withdrawing from China due to Trump’s policy. In such a situation, the importance of Indian market and Indian tourists has increased even more. China is trying to improve its image internationally by establishing friendly relations with India. Foreign policy experts believe that this is not just a tourism policy but a strategic step.
“Hindi-Chinese Bhai Bhai” in the new era
This action of China has brought back memories of ‘Hindi-Chinese Bhai-Bhai’ of the 1950-60s. This was the time when the golden era of friendship began between India and China. In today’s digital age, new cooperation can begin through tourism, education and cultural exchange. The manner in which Visa and other concessions are being provided by China can give a positive turn to India-China relations. China, implicated in the American trade war, is now trying to make India its ally. China has given a concrete message of friendship by giving visas to more than 85,000 Indian citizens. This time will tell whether this step will open a new chapter of cooperation in India-China relations in the coming days or it will remain just a diplomatic step. However, at the moment, China’s message is clear, “India, you are our friend!”
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