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India-China Trade Surge: Exports Jump 32% Amid Global Economic Shifts

India's trade with China is showing impressive growth, with exports jumping by nearly a third. This surge helped push the overall trade deficit down significantly. The data reveals a strong recovery, especially from September onwards. It's a positive sign for India's export performance in the current financial year.

Key Points: India Exports to China Rise 32% in April-November 2025

  • India's exports to China hit $12.22 billion, a sharp 32.8% year-on-year increase
  • November saw a monthly export peak of $2.20 billion to China
  • The overall trade deficit narrowed sharply to $6.64 billion in November 2025
  • Exports to the US also rose over 21% year-on-year in November
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India's exports to China rise sharply showing 32% growth during April-November 2025: Govt Data

India's merchandise exports to China surged by 32.8% to $12.22 billion from April-November 2025, signaling a major trade recovery and narrowing deficit.

"Exports stood at USD 12.22 billion in April-November 2025, up from USD 9.20 billion in April-November 2024 - Commerce Ministry Data"

New Delhi, December 15

India's merchandise exports to China have recorded a strong increase, rising by 32.83% during the period April-November 2025 compared to the same period last year.

This reflects a strengthening trade demand and improved export performance in the current financial year.

Exports stood at USD 12.22 billion in April-November 2025, up from USD 9.20 billion in April-November 2024, data released by the Commerce Ministry said.

During 2025-26, exports began at USD 1.39 billion in April, climbed to USD 1.62 billion in May, and after a brief moderation in the mid-year months, gained momentum from September onward. Exports rose from USD 1.46 billion in September to USD 1.63 billion in October, reaching a peak of USD 2.20 billion in November.

In comparison, exports during 2024-25 remained relatively subdued, starting at USD 1.25 billion in April and dipping to USD 0.99 billion in August before recovering modestly to US$1.16 billion in November.

Further, India's US exports rose over 21% year-on-year to USD 6.92 billion in November, compared to USD 5.71 billion last year.

In October, US exports fell nearly 9% year-on-year to USD 6.31 billion from USD 6.91 billion a year ago.

As per the data released by the Commerce Ministry, India's trade deficit narrowed to USD 24.53 billion in November from USD 41.68 billion in October.

Overall trade, including merchandise and services, recorded exports of USD 73.99 billion in November 2025, up from USD 64.05 billion in the same month last year.

Imports during the period declined marginally to USD 80.63 billion from USD 81.11 billion.

The overall trade deficit narrowed sharply to USD 6.64 billion in November 2025, compared to a deficit of USD 17.06 billion in November 2024.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the numbers, but we must be cautious. Our trade deficit with China is still huge. This growth is welcome, but we need to focus on exporting more high-value finished goods, not just iron ore and cotton.
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Rohit P
The peak of $2.20 billion in November is impressive! Shows our businesses are finding new markets and opportunities. Hope this creates more jobs back home. The overall trade deficit narrowing is the real cherry on top.
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Sarah B
As someone working in the logistics sector, I can confirm the increased container movement to Chinese ports. It's a positive trend, but the volatility in US exports (up 21% in Nov, down 9% in Oct) shows we need stable global demand.
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Vikram M
While the growth is good, let's not forget the strategic dimension. Economic engagement is one thing, but we must be self-reliant (Atmanirbhar) in critical sectors. We shouldn't become overly dependent on any single market, however lucrative.
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Karthik V
The data is encouraging! The sharp narrowing of the overall trade deficit from 17 billion to 6.6 billion is a big win for the rupee and our forex reserves. Hope the government provides more support to MSMEs to be part of this export boom.

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