Faced with 50% tariffs imposed by the US, India can mitigate the impact by boosting domestic consumption, as its internal market absorbs a significant portion of production, says GTRI. Diversifying export destinations through Free Trade Agreements with the EU, UK, and other nations is another viable strategy.
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