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Is India’s $300 bn Tech Jobs Under Threat? Ashwini Vaishnaw on Trump Tariffs & Manufacturing Boom

“India is more than just a back office... our design capabilities are expanding globally.” In this insightful Moneycontrol exclusive, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tackles growing concerns around U.S. tariffs and shares how India is solidifying its position in global tech with both manufacturing and design. Key Highlights Include: • The impact of Trump-era tariffs on India’s $300 billion IT sector • India’s strategic engagements with the U.S., Europe, and Japan to safeguard tech jobs • Why electronics manufacturing in India has grown nearly 6x, creating jobs and boosting self-reliance • How India’s talent pool, democracy, and policy stability are attracting global investors • The shift from being merely a services hub to becoming a design-first tech powerhouse Tap into the full interview to understand how India is building resilience and riding the tide of global tech transformation.

first published: Sep 7, 2025 12:55 pm