The White House has placed India among countries at highest risk of being used to circumvent US tariffs on Chinese goods, citing an estimated $67 billion in goods allegedly transshipped through India, Mexico and Vietnam in 2025. However, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), led by Ajay Srivastava, has challenged the evidence, noting that the report does not disclose India's share of the figure or identify any Indian exporter or specific fraudulent shipment. The story examines the US allegations, India's role in global supply chains, the distinction between legitimate manufacturing and tariff evasion, and the potential impact of tougher US checks on Indian exporters.
