India opens door to more Chinese investment after 6-year freeze

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Carol YangMarch 11, 2026 at 09:34 AM

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After a six-year freeze, India has eased restrictions on Chinese investments in select sectors to attract foreign capital and improve economic relations. The new regulations introduce a fast-track approval process for investments from land-bordering countries, including China, in sectors like capital goods, electronics, and solar components. Investments will be processed within 60 days if Indian residents maintain majority shareholdings. Investors with non-controlling beneficial ownership of up to 10% will receive automatic clearance, subject to regulatory conditions. The move amends the 2020 Press Note 3, which mandated government scrutiny for all investments from bordering nations to prevent opportunistic takeovers during the pandemic.

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Press Note 3 40% Mao Keji ×250% International Cooperation Centre of China’s National Development and Reform Commission 60% New Delhi ×370% China ×380% India ×490%

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chinese investment 100% india 90% economic relationship 80% foreign capital 70% land-bordering countries 70% capital goods 60% foreign direct investment 60% supply chain 50% regulatory conditions 40%

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