Published: 9 February 2026The PrintGovernance
India-China Strategic Dialogue Held in New Delhi; Focus on LAC Stability, Visa Facilitation, Air Services
China's Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu held a new round of China-India Strategic Dialogue with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi on February 10, 2026, on the sidelines of the BRICS Sherpa Meeting (February 8-10).
Both sides had 'friendly, candid and in-depth' discussions on bilateral ties, border stability, and the international situation. Key focuses included stabilizing LAC ties, resuming air services, and expediting business, student and journalist visa facilitation. Both sides agreed to support each other's work as BRICS Chair for 2026 (Brazil) and 2027 (India). This was described as a 'step toward normalisation of ties'.
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Q: Discuss the agenda and significance of the India-China Strategic Dialogue held in New Delhi in February 2026 alongside the BRICS Sherpa meeting.
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On 10 February 2026 Chinese Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held the India-China Strategic Dialogue in Delhi, alongside the BRICS Sherpa meeting. Discussions focused on stabilising the Line of Actual Control, resuming air services, facilitating visas, and supporting BRICS chairships for 2026 and 2027.
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Frequently asked questions
Who held the new China-India Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi on February 10, 2026?
China's Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu held the dialogue with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi. It took place on February 10, 2026, on the sidelines of the BRICS Sherpa Meeting.
What issues were covered in the February 2026 China-India Strategic Dialogue?
Both sides had friendly, candid and in-depth discussions on bilateral ties, border stability, and the international situation. The dialogue was described as a step toward normalisation of ties.
Which practical areas were highlighted for stabilising India-China ties?
Key focuses included stabilizing LAC ties and resuming air services. The sides also focused on expediting business, student and journalist visa facilitation.
What did India and China agree on regarding BRICS chairmanships?
Both sides agreed to support each other's work as BRICS Chair. Brazil is BRICS Chair for 2026, and India is BRICS Chair for 2027.
