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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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US less reliable? India may need to open the door wider to the Dragon

India should reconsider its economic approach towards China and allow more Chinese investment into its manufacturing sector as changing global trade dynamics make the US a less dependable partner, according to a member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Economic Advisory Council.

Rakesh Mohan, a part-time member of the council, said New Delhi should use its low-cost manufacturing base to attract investment from Chinese companies instead of relying mainly on protectionist measures. Such a strategy, he said, could help create jobs, strengthen exports and make India more competitive in global supply chains.

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