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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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'Is it okay?' PM Modi pauses BRICS speech after Xi Jinping appears uncomfortable; Chinese President later skips gala dinner

Prime Minister Narendra Modi briefly paused his opening remarks at the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday after Chinese President Xi Jinping appeared uncomfortable during the session.

Modi turned towards Xi and asked the translator accompanying the Chinese president, “Is it okay?” He repeated the question moments later before continuing with his speech.

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