Trump’s rigorous tariff war has shaken global markets, but India’s impact could be negligible if the country adopts viable strategies to minimize losses. As the world’s fastest-growing major economy, investors are eager to invest in India, and high-tech companies like Apple plan to double iPhone production here after exporting 30 lakh units abroad.
Shifting from Services to Manufacturing: Semiconductors, AI, and EVs
Did you know in 1980s India was way ahead and producing 800nm chips already in a Fab when China, Taiwan, or Korea had none? The Semi Conductor Laboratory was a PSU setup by then PM Indra Gandhi to make India self sufficient in computer chips. It started with 5 micron CMOS… pic.twitter.com/cEtSxild7J
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The next five years will be crucial for India to pivot from service-oriented industries to manufacturing. Attracting foreign investments in semiconductors, AI, and electric vehicles (EVs) could boost the economy and meet global semiconductor demand. Microsoft, Google, and IBM already recognize India’s youth potential, driving AI innovation for global markets.
Boosting Savings with EVs and Solar Energy
India should prioritize sectors like EVs and solar panels to reduce petrol dependence and lower electricity bills. However, high healthcare and education costs drain household incomes, suppressing purchasing power and market demand.
Addressing Healthcare and Education Costs
In India, families spend heavily on medical and education expenses, weakening consumption. Reducing these costs is critical to freeing up disposable income and stimulating economic activity.
AI: India’s Gateway to Global Prosperity
History shows invention drives prosperity. Europe and the West achieved high per capita incomes through innovation. India now has a second chance to build an AI-driven industry and meet global demand.
Skilling Youth for AI-Driven Industries
The government must prioritize AI education to capitalize on rising demand for skilled professionals. Free AI courses and bank loans for training could prepare India’s youth for global opportunities. Experts predict AI jobs will dominate industries for a decade, with companies eager to adopt AI for cost-cutting and efficiency.
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