During Wang Yi’s visit to India, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar raised concerns over China’s mega dam project on the Brahmaputra River, emphasizing the need for transparency and dialogue with downstream nations like India. The dam poses risks to water flow and could disrupt livelihoods in northeastern India, particularly Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Jaishankar reiterated India’s rights as a lower riparian state and its monitoring of the situation, highlighting the importance of consultations before such projects proceed. While discussing terrorism and regional issues, the dam issue emerged as a significant point of contention, underscoring the complexities in India-China relations.