Dr Krishnamurthy Subramanian shares insights on India’s economic outlook

India’s growth prospects amid the ongoing challenges of COVID-19 were discussed by Dr Krishnamurthy Subramanian, the Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India, during an Asia House briefing today (8 July).

Speaking with Asia House Corporate Members, Dr Subramanian provided a comprehensive overview of the current situation in India and how the economy has performed during the pandemic. He also shared his predictions for India’s growth trajectory, striking an optimistic tone about the reforms currently being implemented in the world’s largest democracy.

Asia House Corporate Members put a range of questions to Dr Subramanian during the off-the-record briefing, moderated by Asia House Chief Executive Michael Lawrence. Issues discussed included the implications of this week’s cabinet reshuffle; the government’s plans to create new jobs and boost competitiveness; and concerns around inflation. The Chief Economic Adviser was also asked about plans to attract investment to India and New Delhi’s approach to a potential UK-India free trade deal. Opportunities in India’s digital sector were also discussed, as was green infrastructure investment.

Convened exclusively for Asia House Corporate Members, the briefing offered unique insights into one of the world’s key economies.

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