Vikram Doraiswami presents credentials as India's ambassador to China
India
Vikram Doraiswami just stepped in as India's new ambassador to China on May 8, officially kicking off his role by presenting credentials in Beijing.
His arrival comes at a pretty important moment, with both countries trying to smooth things over after the Ladakh standoff.
Doraiswami brings China and UK experience
Doraiswami knows the region well: he speaks Mandarin and has worked in Hong Kong and Beijing before.
Most recently, he was India's high commissioner to the UK. His experience will be key as India and China look to restart things like visas and flights and keep talks going.
He also took part in an embassy event honoring Operation Sindoor, showing support for Indian armed forces and remembering those lost in past attacks.