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How will a sudden 50% tariff on Indian exports affect global trade and industry dynamics? In our recent interview with BBC Global News, our Director Vishwanshu Agarwal delves into escalating tariffs that now apply to over **55% of India’s U.S.-bound exports—about $48 billion in goods annually. From textiles to gems to garments, entire sectors face growth contractions—garment revenue growth could halve, and the $10 billion gem-and-jewellery industry stands at a precipice. Additionally, economic analysts warn that the U.S. could lose 40–50 bps of GDP growth and face rising inflation. This isn’t just a policy shift—it’s a structural disruption with global ramifications. Watch the full interview to hear Mr. Agarwal’s insights—and let’s discuss: What strategies should businesses adopt in response?

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The historic India–UK trade agreement marks a major leap for India’s MSME exporters. At Shiprocket, we’re excited about the massive potential this unlocks for sectors like textiles, leather, toys, and jewellery industries powered by artisans, women-led enterprises, and small businesses. With reduced trade barriers and smoother market access, this deal aligns perfectly with our mission to simplify cross-border commerce and take Bharat to the world. https://lnkd.in/g7G4wJ5S

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We’re honoured to feature Mr. Jayyannt Lapsiaa, President of the All India Liquid Bulk Importers Exporters Association (AILBIEA), as he shares his vision on “The Role of Shipping and Logistics in Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.” As India steps into Amrit Kaal, the journey towards becoming a developed economy by 2047, shipping and logistics emerge as the critical arteries of growth. They not only fuel global trade but also connect agriculture, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing to the world, ensuring India’s resilience and competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global order. Mr. Lapsiaa highlights how the sector must rise to this challenge by embracing Digital transformation, Sustainability and ESG compliance, World-class infrastructure, and Renewable energy adoption.  Together, these shifts will ensure that India’s logistics and shipping sector not only supports but also drives the Amrit Kaal Vision, powering exports, unlocking trade potential, and establishing India as a maritime and logistics powerhouse on the global stage. Swipe through to explore how shipping and logistics will anchor India’s economic transformation and pave the way for 2047. 🚢📦✨ #AmritKaal2047 #ShippingIndia #LogisticsIndia #SustainableGrowth #GlobalTrade #EconomicResilience #Warehousing #Digitization #IndiaAt2047

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**NEWS UPDATE** 💠 India Inc braces for US tariff impact : Business leaders across India Inc are betting on new markets and boosting domestic manufacturing capabilities as U.S.-imposed tariffs come into force, Business Standard reports. An effective single-window clearance system for investment proposals and strengthening the tourism infrastructure in India can help draw sizeable foreign exchange, Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group shared. “We have to talk to other business partners like China as India would like to have leverage while negotiating with the U.S.,” Harsh Goenka, Chairman of RPG Enterprises, told Business Standard. Unlocking India's entrepreneurship potential is another potent avenue to drive partnerships with friendlier markets, said Ronnie Screwvala, Chairperson and co-founder of upGrad. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to set the India consumption story to new levels and partner mainly with those who want to grow the India market,” he added. 💠 CFO churn on the rise : Chief Financial Officer (CFO) roles in India are seeing an unusually high churn. Nearly 70% of CFOs exit their roles within 24 months, according to a study by Ishwa Consulting, which tracked the tenures of 300 CFOs across listed and unlisted firms since 2020. Key reasons? Mandate misalignment, shifting priorities and IPO delays. Nearly 48% of CFOs’ exits are due to misaligned mandates, where decision-making rights or expectations evolved post-hiring, this report says. #newsupdate2025 #Liveconnections #weplacepeoplefirst

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India’s Strategic Leap: From Rule-Taker to Rule-Maker In conversation with Elets TV, MTaI Chairman Mr. PAVAN CHOUDARY shared a wide-angle perspective on India’s evolving role in global trade especially under the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. He reflected on how earlier trade systems were shaped by dominant powers, but with the rise of emerging economies, a new rules-based order is being written. He emphasized India’s growing agency under strong leadership and called for MedTech and healthcare to be key pillars in bilateral trade and future FTAs. In his words: “India must be among the rule writers and the time is now.” Video credits: @eletsvideos #MTaI #MedTechIndia #TradePolicy #IndiaUKFTA #GlobalHealthTrade #FTAs #HealthDiplomacy #PavanChoudary   Narendra Modi | #PMOIndia | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India | NITI Aayog Official | Central Drugs Standard Control Organization | MTaI Secretariat | Department Of Pharmaceuticals | Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India | Elets Technomedia | Dr. Asawari Savant, BDS, MPH | | PAVAN CHOUDARY | Nadeem Anam | Piyush Sharma | Dr Divya Tayal | #GarimaGupta | Vishnu N.

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