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India Seeks Better BRICS Trade Access

2 sourcesUpdated 9 Sept 2026, 7:50 pm Coverage regionsInternational · India
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Indian exporters are urging the government to use the BRICS Summit to address trade imbalances.

The trade deficit with BRICS member countries reached $226 billion in the recent fiscal year.

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations wants measurable commercial outcomes and better market access.

Exporters also want less dependence on dominant suppliers like China.

Why it mattersImproving BRICS market access could help Indian exporters expand sales and reduce persistent trade gaps.
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Experts say India should seek assurances against the strategic weaponization of trade.

The same experts say India should pursue deeper integration into regional production and supply chains.

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India is being urged to use the BRICS platform to improve trade terms, with a focus on market access and reducing the deficit with member countries.

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The main open question is how much concrete progress the BRICS Summit will deliver on commercial outcomes and trade assurances.

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Indian exporters are urging the government to use the BRICS Summit to address a growing trade deficit with member countries. The focus is on measurable commercial outcomes, better market access, and reducing dependence on dominant suppliers like China. The reporting also notes expert concern about protecting trade from strategic pressure while India seeks deeper regional integration.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: The New Indian Express
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The New Indian Express Supportive framing Reported

Exporters seek better trade balance with BRICS countries

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As India prepares to host the BRICS Summit, Indian exporters are urging the government to leverage the platform to address a growing trade deficit with member countries, which reached 226 billion dollars in the recent fiscal year. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations highlights the need for measurable commercial outcomes, better market access, and reduced dependence on dominant suppliers like China. Experts note that India must seek assurances against the strategic weaponization of trade while pursuing deeper integration into regional production and supply chains.