{"id":356767,"date":"2026-02-25T21:12:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T15:42:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=356767"},"modified":"2026-03-04T12:29:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T06:59:17","slug":"indias-trade-strategy-in-a-multipolar-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/indias-trade-strategy-in-a-multipolar-world\/","title":{"rendered":"India\u2019s Trade Strategy in a Multipolar World"},"content":{"rendered":"

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- <\/strong>International Relation.<\/p>\n

Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n

India\u2019s trade strategy in a multipolar world is shaped by rising exports, ambitious free trade agreements, and a clear goal of reaching $2 trillion exports by 2030<\/strong> under the 2023 Foreign Trade Policy. In 2025, total exports reached $825.25 billion with 6.05% growth<\/strong>. Trade is now linked with strategic autonomy, supply chains, and national security in a fragmented global order. India\u2019s Trade Strategy in a Multipolar World.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"India\u2019s<\/p>\n

The Shift in India\u2019s Trade Approach<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. From cautious FTAs to active engagement:<\/strong> For many years, India signed agreements mainly with similar developing economies. Now it pursues comprehensive FTAs with major developed economies that were earlier beyond reach.<\/li>\n
  2. Expansion of FTA coverage:<\/strong> India\u2019s FTA network is projected to cover 71% of its export basket by 2026<\/strong>, up from 22% in 2019<\/strong>, showing a decisive policy shift.<\/li>\n
  3. Integration with advanced markets:<\/strong> Agreements with Australia, the EU, the UAE, the U.K., and the U.S. show a move from regional focus to deeper integration with high-value economies.<\/li>\n
  4. Balancing domestic strength and global openness:<\/strong> After opting out of RCEP, India adopted a calibrated strategy by boosting domestic manufacturing through production-linked incentives and infrastructure expansion while deepening global integration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Major Trade Agreements as Strategic Milestones<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    1. India\u2013EU Free Trade Agreement:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n