The Hindu·4 min read·medium
India’s imports from China soar to $80 billion in first half of 2026, exports up 37%
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Ananth Krishnan
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India's trade deficit with China has reached record levels in the first half of 2026, driven by a 21.8% surge in imports. While Indian exports to China also grew, officials remain concerned about the reliance on Chinese finished goods and the limited value-added nature of Indian exports.
India’s imports from China rose 21.8% in the first half of 2026 to a record $79.41 billion, according to data released on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) by China’s General Administration of Customs.
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