Author: Dr Arvind Sharma

Dr Arvind Sharma

Renowned economist and policy expert Dr. Arvind Sharma specializes in the Indian economy and how it interacts with the global economy. With more than thirty years of experience in academia, government, and international organizations, Dr. Sharma has established himself as a preeminent authority on trade relations, development strategy, and economic policy. He has a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Cambridge and has served as a senior advisor for a number of multinational corporations, where he helped to shape foreign investment and fiscal reform policies.

Trump’s Tariffs on India Backfire, Hurt U.S. Economy
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Trump’s Tariffs on India: A Self-Inflicted Wound That Weakens America

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When President Donald Trump slapped 50% tariffs on Indian imports last month, he billed it as a blow against unfair trade. In reality, it may be one of the most self-destructive moves in U.S. economic and foreign policy in decades. The tariffs may sting India in the short run, but the lasting damage will fall squarely on the United States—weakening supply chains, driving up inflation, alienating a key ally, and accelerating the global drift away from the dollar. Alienating a Strategic Partner For over two decades, Republican and Democratic administrations alike have worked painstakingly to cultivate India as a counterweight…

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India’s Economic Leap: Driving Global Growth in AI, Utilities, and Aviation
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India’s Economic Leap: Driving Global Growth in AI, Utilities, and Aviation

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India is rapidly transforming into a global technology and industrial powerhouse, making significant progress across sectors such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductor manufacturing, real estate, utilities, and aerospace. A series of recent developments highlights India’s emergence as a future-ready destination for innovation, investment, and sustainable growth. India emerges as a prime hub for AI infrastructure and chip manufacturing. According to Moody’s Analytics’ report, AI Is Beating the Odds, India is becoming a preferred destination for data centers and semiconductor manufacturing, joining Singapore and Malaysia as key beneficiaries of the surge in AI investments. While cross-border investments are slowing globally due…

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India’s Economic and Strategic Momentum Gathers Global Attention
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India’s Economic and Strategic Momentum Gathers Global Attention

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India is rapidly transforming its economic, technological, and defense landscape, positioning itself as a global force with ambitious targets and strategic policy implementations. Recent government announcements and market trends reflect a nation confidently striding toward self-reliance, innovation, and global leadership. At the forefront is India’s push for defense self-sufficiency and exports. Minister of State for Defence Mr. Sanjay Seth announced that India is targeting $ 35.09 billion in defense exports by 2029, a massive leap from its previous image as an arms importer. Today, India exports defense equipment to at least 92 countries. This shift has been credited to Prime…

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