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China’s restriction on rare earth magnets repel Indian EV players
As per official data, imports of rare earth metals grew by 22% from 1,848 tonnes in FY20 to 2,270 tonnes in FY24.
3 min read25 Apr 2025Special trade ties with America aren’t India’s only export game
US Vice-President J.D. Vance’s visit to India may speed up progress on a trade deal with the US, although contentious areas remain. Meanwhile, we have good reason not to ignore Beijing’s overtures.
3 min read22 Apr 2025Ajit Ranade: India must diversify its exports of manufactured goods
India’s merchandise exports, which stayed flat in 2024-25, need a kick-start. The evolving geopolitical situation has opened up opportunities for us to boost shipments. Even China says it wants to import more from India.
4 min read21 Apr 2025China ready to import more Indian goods amid Trump tariffs, demands “non-discriminatory” stance for cos
India-China trade relations: The Chinese Ambassador’s message signal a potential shift in the economic dynamics between the two nations despite heightened global trade uncertainty due to Trump tariffs
2 min read19 Apr 2025Nirupama Rao: Liminal India plays a unique role in a divided world
‘Liminality’ describes a transition phase or a passage between identities. India embodies this concept geopolitically, economically and strategically. Indeed, it’s a strategic asset in world affairs.
4 min read14 Apr 2025How Donald Trump’s Tariffs Might End Up Helping China More Than USA | Mint Deep Dive
China, a country which has been talked about and discussed a lot by the trump administration was hit by 34% tariffs . With 20% earlier and now 34%, it takes the total tariff on China to 54% by the US. Not only that, President Trump has imposed high tariffs on Chinese routes like Myanmar with 44%, Vietnam with 46% and Laos with 48% tariffs. This has raised average levy on Chinese goods in the US to 60%. But the larger question is. Is Donald Trump helping China, in the long term? #china #usa #donaldtrump #trump #xijinping #tariffs #tradewar #trader #shipping #ship #merchantnavy #asia #india #vietnam #cambodia #laos #news #abhinavtrivedi #narendramodi #myanmar #abhinav #mint #middleeastconflict #russia #ukraine #japan
9 Apr 2025‘China-India economic and trade relationship is…’: Beijing’s big remark amid Donald Trump’s 104% tariffs
Amid the ongoing trade war with the United States, Chinese Embassy spokesperson Yu Jing highlights that trade relations between India and China are based on mutual benefits and complementarity.
2 min read9 Apr 2025Xi Jinping harps on ’Dragon-Elephant tango’ for China-India relations during call with President Murmu
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged closer cooperation with India, emphasising a harmonious relationship symbolised by a ’Dragon-Elephant tango’. On the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties, Xi expressed readiness to enhance communication and ensure peace in border regions after recent tensions.
2 min read1 Apr 2025Will Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra resume? Key takeaways from India-China talks at WMCC Beijing meet
India and China emphasize the need for peace at the border to normalize ties. Recent diplomatic discussions include the resumption of Kailash-Mansarovar pilgrimage and cross-border cooperation
2 min read26 Mar 2025Mint Quick Edit | India’s anti-dumping barriers: More to come?
It’s clear why Chinese producers may be looking to dump surplus production in markets like India. What’s unclear is whether our newly declared list of protected product categories will be expanded.
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