India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will host the 16th [1] BRICS National Security Advisors meeting in New Delhi on June 22-23, 2024 [1].
The gathering marks a critical diplomatic effort to advance security cooperation among the bloc's members. For China, the visit represents a strategic opportunity to normalize ties with India following a period of significant border tensions [3].
Delegations from Russia, China, and Iran will attend the summit in the Indian capital [1]. A central component of the itinerary is a sideline meeting between Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi [1].
"Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India from June 22-23 to participate in the 16th BRICS NSAs meeting at the invitation of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval," the Chinese Foreign Ministry said [2].
The meeting occurs as the BRICS nations seek to coordinate security frameworks and manage regional instabilities. The presence of high-level officials from Russia and Iran, alongside the Indian and Chinese delegations, suggests a focus on multi-polar security arrangements — a priority for the expanded bloc.
While the primary agenda focuses on BRICS security cooperation, the bilateral interaction between Wang Yi and Ajit Doval is expected to be a focal point for observers. The two nations have sought various channels to stabilize their relationship after military standoffs along their shared border [3].
“China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India from June 22-23 to participate in the 16th BRICS NSAs meeting”
The meeting highlights India's role as a bridge within BRICS, balancing its strategic partnership with Russia and its complex, often strained relationship with China. By hosting the 16th NSA summit, New Delhi is leveraging a multilateral forum to facilitate a bilateral thaw with Beijing, using the security-focused agenda of BRICS to create a neutral environment for diplomatic normalization.
