China’s Xi Jinping to make first trip to India in 7 years for Brics summit

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1. 4h ago

   Central Asia-South Korea Summit Convenes in Seoul

   Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended the inaugural Central Asia-Republic of Korea Summit in Seoul, meeting with South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook and President Lee Jae Myung. Tokayev highlighted strategic ties and growing economic partnerships, noting that regional trade with South Korea surpassed $10 billion last year. Separately, President Tokayev received Serbia's highest state honor, the Order of the Republic of Serbia on the Grand Collar, from Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in recognition of bilateral cooperation.

   Why it matters

   The first summit between Central Asian states and South Korea marks a milestone for a dialogue format launched two decades ago. South Korea maintains deep commercial ties across Central Asia, with Kazakhstan hosting more than 1,000 joint ventures backed by major Korean conglomerates.

   What is confirmed

   • Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated in the inaugural Central Asia-Republic of Korea Summit in Seoul.
   • Tokayev met with South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook to review Alatau Smart City projects involving Korean partners.
   • Trade between Central Asia and South Korea surpassed $10 billion last year, with Kazakhstan accounting for nearly half of the total.
   • Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić awarded Tokayev the Order of the Republic of Serbia on the Grand Collar.

   Still unconfirmed

   • US President Trump became $2.7 billion richer after the 2024 election through crypto ventures and overseas deals, according to Forbes.

   What to watch next

   • Agreements signed during the Central Asia-South Korea Summit regarding K-Smart Town and urban air mobility projects
   • Further developments in trade and investment figures between Kazakhstan and South Korea
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. jen.jiji.com — Alatau City to become platform for Korean technologies and AI
   2. jen.jiji.com — Tokayev awarded Serbia’s highest state honor
   3. tass.com — Trump became $2.7 bln richer after 2024 election — media
   4. jen.jiji.com — Kassym-Jomart Tokayev describes Central Asia-South Korea relations as strategic
   5. jen.jiji.com — Tokayev outlines priorities for Central Asia-Korea cooperation
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2. 1d ago

   BRICS leaders adopt New Delhi declaration on Middle East security and trade

   BRICS leaders, including China's Xi Jinping and India's Narendra Modi, unanimously adopted a declaration in New Delhi on Saturday. The document links Middle East security to the stability of global energy supplies and trade. It calls for the protection of civilian infrastructure, specifically nuclear facilities, and urges restraint amid regional tensions. The bloc also established shared positions on artificial intelligence, tariffs, sanctions, and cross-border payments. Prime Minister Modi hosted the two-day summit, which included attendance by Russia's Vladimir Putin and Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian.

   Why it matters

   The summit marks President Xi's first visit to India in seven years. Relations between the two nations have remained strained since the 2020 Galwan clash. This meeting serves as a test for a tentative reset in diplomatic and economic ties.

   What is confirmed

   • BRICS leaders adopted a declaration in New Delhi addressing threats to civilian infrastructure and disruptions to trade and energy supplies.
   • The BRICS declaration was approved unanimously on Saturday.
   • Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the two-day summit attended by Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Masoud Pezeshkian.
   • The bloc's declaration warns against deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure, particularly nuclear facilities.
   • The document sets out positions on artificial intelligence, cross-border payments, tariffs, and sanctions.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The BRICS document opposes the forced displacement of Palestinians.

   What to watch next

   • Official reports on the specific outcomes of the meeting between Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi regarding border issues
   • Implementation details of the agreed cross-border payment systems
   Sources used for this update (7)

   1. jen.jiji.com — Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulates Kazakhstanis on Family Day
   2. jen.jiji.com — Kazakh President, Ethiopia’s PM discuss trade and economic cooperation
   3. timesofindia.indiatimes.com — US-Iran War Live Updates: 'In interests of consesus' - Iran's regional meeting with Gulf states postponed
   4. jen.jiji.com — BRICS declaration links Middle East security with trade and energy
   5. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Hindi Diwas: Amit Shah says Hindi is ‘link’ among Indian languages, not a competitor
   6. www.indiaweekly.biz — India women reject Asia Cup trophy from Pakistan's Mohsin Naqvi
   7. jen.jiji.com — 3 killed in small plane crash in western Germany
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3. 4d ago

   Xi Jinping to Visit India for BRICS Summit

   Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to India for the BRICS summit, marking his first visit to the country in seven years. China's foreign ministry confirmed that officials are arranging a meeting between Xi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit, described as a 24-hour blitz, will focus on trade and border issues. This meeting serves as a test for the tentative reset in relations between the two largest Asian economies following the 2020 Galwan clash.

   Why it matters

   India and China have vied for influence within the BRICS bloc of emerging powers. Tensions have remained high since the 2020 Galwan valley conflict. The current visit suggests a thaw in diplomatic ties as both nations navigate a shifting world order.

   What is confirmed

   • Xi Jinping is making his first trip to India in seven years for the BRICS summit.
   • China's foreign ministry is arranging a meeting between Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi.
   • Trade and border issues are on the agenda for the meeting.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Delhi has been turned into a fortress with secured roads and stepped up security for the arrivals.

   What to watch next

   • Official statements on trade agreements following the summit.
   Sources used for this update (11)

   1. South China Morning Post — China’s Xi Jinping to make first trip to India in 7 years for Brics summit
   2. The New York Times — In a Club of Emerging Powers, China and India Vie for Influence
   3. Reuters — China, India arranging meeting for Xi, Modi, China's foreign ministry says
   4. NDTV — China Ends Suspense, Xi Jinping To Visit India For BRICS Summit
   5. The Times of India — Modi-Xi meet: Trade, border on agenda during Xi's 24-hour blitz
   6. CNBC — Modi and Xi are set to meet at BRICS with trade and border issues in spotlight
   7. www.cnbc.com — Modi and Xi are set to meet at BRICS with trade and border issues in spotlight
   8. newsable.asianetnews.com — Xi Jinping's BRICS visit marks thaw in Sino-Indian ties post-Galwan
   9. timesofindia.indiatimes.com — India’s Nuclear Arsenal Could Soon Surpass Britain: Why China Is Driving the Expansion
   10. timesofindia.indiatimes.com — Putin, Xi and a bigger Brics: India becomes the stage for high-stakes global diplomacy test
   11. news.webindia123.com — "World looking at China-India cooperation," Chinese Journalist Li Jingjing highlights importance of President Xi's visit for BRICS summit
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