Ajay Srivastava

Trump's reciprocal tariffs: A US gamble that could disrupt global trade

India could reduce its tariffs to zero on these products in exchange for the U.S. doing the same, which would be an immediate benefit for India

Budget tweaks Customs duties to boost local manufacturing amid US tariffs

Average tariff levels: India's average import tariff stands at 17 per cent, while the trade-weighted rate is lower at 12 per cent, according to the World Trade Organization's 2024 report

US needs to look beyond tariffs to counter China's factory dominance

To counter China's trade dominance and boost US manufacturing and jobs, a strategy beyond high tariffs is essential

Lower import tariffs to diversify IT exports: 6 steps to navigate Trump 2.0

India must avoid being caught off guard on trade, tariffs, outsourcing, and data policies, and engage with the US as an equal partner

Fact vs fiction: Ex-US President Trump's tariff tussle with India

US' trade policy highlights India's need to follow its own strategic priorities without yielding to external pressure

How to make in India for the world and attract large global companies

We should be wary of global consultants pushing grand visions of India becoming a $50 trillion or $100 trillion economy, especially when per capita income is still under $3,000

Chinese investments will not benefit India

High cost of doing business and geopolitics limit opportunities

Move over IT

Other business services emerge as India's new export star, which could outpace software and information technology with strategic support

A blueprint for boosting exports

Nine suggestions to revitalise trade and spur economic growth

FTA benefits elude India

The high import and low export trend is likely to continue with free-trade agreements under negotiation

A Chinese invasion of the auto landscape

As seen in Australia, tariff cuts may have an unwelcome outcome for domestic car makers

Possible outcomes of India-UK trade deal

India faces complex negotiations ahead that could restrict domestic policy space and economic interests

National interest trumps global trade

The Abu Dhabi conference highlights any progress for India at the WTO hinges on renewed US engagement in the trade body

Mobile PLI: Only the long-game matters

Rather than solely focusing on boosting exports, India should aim to become a global supplier of key components

India's fight for food security at WTO

Amid scrutiny of its market support for rice, India must remain vigilant in signing future trade deals to safeguard its interests

Why climate efforts fail to cut emissions

Technological limitations and policy inconsistencies pose a formidable challenge

India-UK trade deal: Prospects & challenges

Could a successful negotiation herald a new era in their modest trade relationship?

Navigating the evolving trade landscape

In an era of shifting trade dynamics, India stands at the crossroads of opportunity, but being adaptable will be key

Navigating the carbon-tax era in trade

The EU's carbon tax is set to shake up world trade, but through careful preparation, India can turn this to its advantage

PLI footprint in India-China trade

India's goods imports from China during FY23 touched $98.5 billion, at a growth rate of 4.2 per cent, while India's global imports grew at 16.1 per cent during this fiscal year