Indian diaspora in China flags visa, social media concerns at embassy’s first Open House in years
The Indian diaspora in China raised concerns regarding anti-India sentiment on social media and visa restrictions during an embassy Open House. Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami addressed these issues while noting efforts to improve bilateral ties and simplify visa processes for Chinese nationals.
Why it matters
The meeting underscores the diplomatic challenges faced by Indian professionals in China and the ongoing efforts to manage bilateral relations through consular engagement.
Members of the Indian diaspora in China raised concerns over abusive anti-India content on Chinese social media, declining work visas for professionals, and restrictions on employment for spouses at the Indian Embassy’s first Open House in recent years.
The mission hosted the outreach initiative on Friday (July 31, 2026), bringing together a large number of Indian professionals working in various sectors in Beijing to discuss issues affecting the community.
Indian Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami, accompanied by Counsellor (Consular, Education and Community Affairs) Nitinjeet Singh and Counsellor (Visa) Ramesh Singh, interacted with members of the diaspora on a range of issues.
Among the concerns raised were the increase in abusive content against Indians, including their food habits and culture, on Chinese social media platforms, a decline in the number of job visas issued by China to Indian professionals, restrictions on employment for spouses, and difficulties relating to counsellor services.
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