Elephant in the room in meetings with Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin: India’s manufacturing challenges
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Presidents Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping ahead of the BRICS summit, focusing on economic partnerships. India's exports to Russia are below $5 billion, while imports reached $63.8 billion in 2024-25, highlighting a significant trade deficit. The discussions aim to address India's manufacturing challenges and enhance its export capabilities.