New Delhi, India – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday renewed his call for Indians to reduce reliance on foreign-made goods and strengthen the domestic economy, as part of his broader push for Swadeshi and self-reliance.
The appeal, made during a public address, has sparked debate over which countries India should reduce dependence on most urgently — China, its largest trading partner and regional rival, or Russia, a longtime strategic ally but also a major supplier of defense equipment and energy.
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Analysts note that while India’s trade deficit with China has been a longstanding concern, cutting ties with Russia could complicate defense cooperation and energy security. “India faces a delicate balance — self-reliance is the goal, but the choice of where to decouple will shape both its economy and its foreign policy,” one observer said.
The discussion comes at a time when global supply chains are shifting and India seeks to position itself as a hub for manufacturing and innovation, while also navigating strained trade ties with the United States
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday renewed his call for Indians to reduce reliance on foreign-made goods and strengthen the domestic economy, as part of his broader push for Swadeshi and self-reliance.
The appeal, made during a public address, has sparked debate over which countries India should reduce dependence on most urgently — China, its largest trading partner and regional rival, or Russia, a longtime strategic ally but also a major supplier of defense equipment and energy.
Analysts note that while India’s trade deficit with China has been a longstanding concern, cutting ties with Russia could complicate defense cooperation and energy security. “India faces a delicate balance — self-reliance is the goal, but the choice of where to decouple will shape both its economy and its foreign policy,” one observer said.
The discussion comes at a time when global supply chains are shifting and India seeks to position itself as a hub for manufacturing and innovation, while also navigating strained trade ties with the United States.
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