Yash Chouhan, Friday, 16 Jan 26,
India's exports to China jumped , exports to America stalled due to Trump tariffs
India's exports to China increased by 67% to $2 billion in December, while exports to the US declined by 1.8% to $6.8 billion.
Main reasons:
* 50% tariffs imposed by the US on India — the highest on any country.
* Due to this India turned towards alternative markets.
Key figures:
* Trade with China to $110.2 billion in April-December 2025, more than US.
* $26 billion surplus with the US, while $81.7 billion deficit with China.
* Total trade deficit increased 21.4% to $25 billion in December.
On the diplomatic front:
* Recent improvements in India-China relations; Dialogue and trade increased between the two countries.
* Trade agreement between India and America is still in limbo.
* India objected to the statement given by the American side regarding “Modi-Trump phone call”.
Further strategy:
* India is now moving towards trade agreements with countries like EU, UK, Oman, New Zealand.
* According to exporters, India's “diverse and flexible export network” is providing strength in the changing geopolitical environment.