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Nationalism will drive global alliances in 2021

The era of tech nationalism launched with India banning Chinese tech platforms and telecom equipment

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Connected technologies are being gainfully deployed in a variety of activities. But for these to be successful, India must invest $35 billion a year in all types of digital infrastructure

Pranjal Sharma
From being seen as a utility sector, technology shifted centre stage for policymakers and businesses. The combined impact of Covid-19 and China’s aggression meant that India had to begin to see the strategic importance of technological prowess. 

The impact of this will be felt over the next few years, beginning from 2021. The era of tech nationalism launched with India banning Chinese tech platforms and telecom equipment. Similar sentiments can be seen globally. Many countries are now examining their own abilities and strengthening them. 

The rising sentiment of tech nationalism has many implications for India. Mostly, it means that enterprises will have
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