<h1>IMF Director predicts slight Indian economic slowdown by 2025; UK-China talks resume; US immigration policy gains support.</h1> The IMF Managing Director forecasts a slight weakening of the Indian economy in 2025 despite global growth. The UK Chancellor is in China for the first UK-China Economic and Financial Dialogue since 2019 to find common ground on trade. A Biden policy advisor highlights broad support for expanding legal immigration in the US amidst H-1B visa debates. Bangladesh will not attend the India Meteorological Department's 150th anniversary due to travel restrictions. Outgoing US President Biden announced sanctions on Russia to support Ukraine and expressed confidence in Kamala Harris's future presidential candidacy. Indian American lawmakers anticipate more representation in Congress.