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Chinese business visa hurdles threaten Indian manufacturing links
Chinese business visa hurdles threaten Indian manufacturing links
Chinese authorities have reportedly approved only 20% to 40% of recent business visa applications from some Indian companies, the Free Press Journal reports, citing The Economic Times. Times Now Digital, citing industry…
The Story in Brief
Chinese authorities have reportedly approved only 20% to 40% of recent business visa applications from some Indian companies, the Free Press Journal reports, citing The Economic Times. Times Now Digital, citing industry associations, reports a 30% to 40% rejection chance for some applicants. Companies in electronics and automobile manufacturing say delays and refusals are complicating access to Chinese suppliers, machinery, technical specialists and factory expertise.
The disruption could delay projects, equipment installation, maintenance and technology transfers. India relies on China for pharmaceuticals ingredients, electronics, solar equipment, industrial machinery and rare earths, according to economist Jayant Krishna, who said bilateral trade crossed $155 billion in 2025. China’s visa-free programme covers ordinary passport holders from 50 countries, but India is not included. Some businesses have sought government intervention through diplomatic channels.
The Indian Opinion
The lazy narrative that every rejection reflects a political ban is not established by these reports. Nor is the claim that Indian manufacturing can quickly replace Chinese suppliers. Documentation problems, tighter screening and operational delays may all be involved, but the sources do not establish a blanket policy. The practical test is whether approval rates recover above the reported 20% to 40% range and how long applications take.
Sources (2): timesnownews.com, freepressjournal.in
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
