Xi's India visit to help diplomatic thaw, but business ties bound by suspicion | Analysis
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to India is intended to ease diplomatic tensions, yet analysts say commercial relations remain constrained. Companies on both sides encounter regulatory hurdles, delayed visas and limits on certain industrial equipment, causing stalled investments. The contrast highlights a gap between improving political dialogue and persisting economic mistrust. Both governments maintain heightened scrutiny, reflecting lingering suspicion over strategic sectors.