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Why India needs more import duties on Aluminium
Dec 10, 2024
The podcast dives into the pressing need for India to raise import duties on aluminium. It highlights the challenges faced by local manufacturers due to cheaper imports, particularly scrap aluminium. The discussion reveals how these low-cost imports affect domestic production and competition, especially against nations like China. It’s a deep look into the economic landscape and the protective measures required to bolster India’s aluminium industry.
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- India's aluminium industry faces increasing demand and needs higher import duties to combat the negative impact of low-quality imports.
- Balancing protection for local manufacturers with the potential economic repercussions necessitates a strategic approach in upcoming policy decisions.
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Challenges Facing the Indian Aluminium Industry
India's aluminium industry is struggling to keep pace with rising demand while contending with significant import challenges. Although India is the second-largest aluminium producer globally, domestic consumption is surpassing production, leading to a predicted demand increase to 10 million tons by the end of the decade. Currently, a significant portion of aluminium demand is met through imports, with over 50% sourced from abroad, which puts pressure on local manufacturers. The influx of low-quality aluminium scrap from countries like China has further exacerbated the situation, causing local production to decline and prompting calls for increased import duties to protect domestic interests.
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