China told Afghanistan on Wednesday that Beijing was keen on exploring and mining minerals in Afghanistan and wanted Kabul to formally join its Belt and Road Initiative, the Afghan Taliban foreign ministry said.

EAM Jaishankar raised concerns on China’s Brahmaputra dam and cross-border terrorism with Chinese FM Wang Yi; calls for transparency, no new commitments made.

How is the visit of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to India relevant to the UPSC exam? What is the significance of topics such as PLI schemes, Presidential reference on Governor’s powers, and ECI’s control over officials for both the preliminary and main exams?

PM Modi noted improved India-China relations since his meeting with Xi, anticipating further progress at the SCO Summit. NSA Doval and Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed border stability and bilateral ties with Wang Yi.