The Economic Times

China's trade barriers biggest hurdle in bilateral ties, says Nirmala Sitharaman; flags $100 billion deficit

Nirmala Sitharaman has identified China's constraints on Indian exports as a crucial hindrance to trade advancement. The finance minister reported a staggering trade deficit exceeding $100 billion with China this year, even with improved diplomatic relations. She noted that non-tariff barriers obstruct Indian products, especially generic medicines, from entering China.