Indian exports to China surge

January 17, 2026

TL;DR

India's exports to China increased by 67.35% year-on-year in December, reaching $2.04 billion.
Key export drivers to China include electronics, marine, and agricultural products.
Imports from China also rose by 20% to $11.7 billion in December.
Beijing has become India's largest goods trading partner for April-December 2025, surpassing the U.S.
India's exports to the U.S. dropped 1.8% to $6.8 billion in December due to a 50% U.S. tariff.
Bilateral ties between India and China have improved since the 2020 border clash, with agreements to enhance cooperation.
India plans to lift restrictions on Chinese companies bidding for government contracts.
Direct flights between India and China resumed in October 2025, and visa rules for Indians were relaxed in December.
The U.S. tariff on India includes a levy for India's oil purchases from Russia.
Trade deal talks between India and the U.S. remain unresolved amidst potential further U.S. tariffs.
The U.S. has threatened tariffs on nations doing business with Iran, a key trade partner for India.

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