Global criticism during COVID-19 hardened China’s attitude towards world: Foreign Secretary Misri
Misri also recalled that he faced a major challenge during his posting in China as Ambassador, when India and China had an unprecedented confrontation in eastern Ladakh's Galwan Valley
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri revealed during the Iqwat Global Business Conclave that China's attitude towards the world hardened during the COVID-19 pandemic due to global criticism and stigmatization. The Foreign Secretary explained that China felt blamed and ostracized by the international community, which led to a harsh response to the outside world and an extensive lockdown within its borders.
Mr. Misri also recounted his own challenges during his tenure as Ambassador in China, particularly when tensions escalated in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh in 2020. He noted that for the first time in nearly 50 years, lives were lost on both sides at the Line of Actual Control, marking a significant confrontation between the two nations. China subsequently claimed the entire Galwan Valley, asserting it as an expansion of its previously known territorial claims.
The Foreign Secretary emphasized that the pandemic created additional challenges for bilateral relations, as China felt stigmatized and blamed for the outbreak. This led to a harsh attitude from China towards the international community, explaining the strict lockdown measures imposed on its citizens. Despite India never pointing fingers at China for the pandemic, Misri highlighted the significant coordination and activity demonstrated during Operation Sindoor, a major campaign involving various government agencies.
Overall, Misri noted the resilience of the Kashmiri community, attributing it to the shared DNA and values that shape their identity.
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