Global COVID-19 Criticism Hardened China's World Attitude, Says Foreign Secretary Misri
· World · The Hindu, PTI
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that global criticism during the COVID-19 pandemic led China to feel blamed and stigmatised, resulting in a harsh attitude towards the international community and a draconian lockdown domestically. Misri, speaking in Mumbai on October 31, 2026, at the Iqwat Global Business Conclave, noted that China perceived the international community as determined to paint it negatively. He also recalled facing a major challenge during his tenure as Ambassador to China when India and China had an unprecedented confrontation in eastern Ladakh's Galwan Valley. Lives were lost on both sides at the Line of Actual Control for the first time in nearly 50 years during this period, which coincided with the height of COVID-19, complicating diplomatic interactions.
Why it matters
This statement offers insight into China's foreign policy approach and its perception of international relations, which impacts global diplomacy and bilateral ties with countries like India. Understanding these historical tensions is crucial for future geopolitical stability in the region.
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