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India Trade Deficit With China Crosses USD 100 Billion In First Nine Months
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News18•14-10-2026, 16:30
India Trade Deficit With China Crosses USD 100 Billion In First Nine Months
- •India's trade deficit with China widened to USD 105.93 billion, marking a 20.7 per cent increase compared to the previous year.
- •Total bilateral trade between January and September rose by 25.4 per cent to reach USD 144.45 billion.
- •China's exports to India surged by 23.3 per cent to touch USD 125.19 billion, driven by electronics, machinery, and chemicals.
- •Indian exports to China grew significantly by 40.7 per cent, reaching USD 19.26 billion with primary and resource products.
- •India continues to press China for greater market access in strong sectors like IT, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture.
Key Questions Answered
India's trade deficit with China crossed USD 100 billion, reaching USD 105.93 billion in the first nine months of the year, which is a 20.7 per cent increase compared to last year.
China's exports to India are largely dominated by electronics, machinery, and chemicals that cater to India's manufacturing base.
India's exports to China consist of a mix of primary and resource-based products, including ores, fuels, seafood, and agricultural items.
