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Fortune
Hemant Mohapatra

India's moment: Navigating a world torn by U.S.-China rivalry

(Credit: Sanjeev Verma/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)

If you've been watching the headlines, you’ve seen the trade war between the U.S. and China ramp up again: tariffs flying, supply chains splintering, and tech giants caught in the crossfire. It feels like déjà vu all over again, but something important has shifted this time. India, often the quiet bystander in global power struggles, suddenly finds itself thrust center stage with an opportunity that is historic and unprecedented.

Vice President JD Vance’s recent four-day visit to India underscores that India’s power isn’t just about assembly lines or call centers anymore. India today stands ready to rewrite its legacy—from an outsourcing outpost to global innovation hub.

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