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Foreign Trade, Trade

The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement

Introduction After 15 years of negotiations, India recently signed a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The EFTA today includes four non-EU countries — Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. The agreement stands as a potential game-changer for both parties, promising economic growth, job opportunities, and strengthening bilateral relations. However, it also presents challenges that must be  addressed to … Continue reading The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement

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Foreign Trade, INDIA'S FOREIGN AFFAIRS, Trade

India’s China import reliance grows to 30%

India’s economic landscape has witnessed substantial changes in recent years, with trade dynamics playing a crucial role. One notable trend is the increased reliance on Chinese industrial products. In this article, we will analyze the data, understand the implications, and discuss potential strategies for India to navigate this evolving scenario. The Numbers Speak Loudly: China’s Share Takes Flight A report by the Global Trade Research … Continue reading India’s China import reliance grows to 30%

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Consumer Industry, deflation, Development & Social Infrastructure, Foreign Trade, INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Turning the Tide: India’s Advantage in the Wake of China’s Economic Challenges

Introduction Ever since the pandemic, Chinese borrower’s defaults have reached a record high, with 8.54 million people barred from doing business. This increase, which came from 5.7 million in 2020, accounts for roughly 1% of China’s working-age population. Meanwhile, deflationary pressures are also present in China, where consumer prices fell sharply in November. Though for a brief moment it appeared to be strongly emerging from … Continue reading Turning the Tide: India’s Advantage in the Wake of China’s Economic Challenges

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

THE HONG KONG CRISIS

“The unrest is longer and more violent than I had expected. As long as we keep having such incidents every week, no investors will buy assets in Hong Kong”                                                             -Steven Leung, Executive Director at Uob Kay Hian Ltd Hong Kong has been in the news in recent days, for all the wrong reasons. Be its fervour in the airport, demonstration on streets, prolonged business shutdowns … Continue reading THE HONG KONG CRISIS

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