'No China-Plus-One, It's India Only': What Commerce And Industry Minister Piyush Goyal Said In His Latest Interview

In the aftermath of the recently concluded G20 Summit, India has firmly established itself as a prominent leader in global supply chains, according to Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal.

In an interview with the Hindustan Times, Goyal emphasized that the timing, location, and leadership of the G20 Summit were all conducive to India's rise in this critical role.

Minister Goyal highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has effectively communicated the nation's achievements to the world in recent years, culminating in a significant shift in global perception.

He asserted that India is no longer viewed as just a "China-plus-one" alternative but is now recognized as a reliable and trustworthy partner in its own right.

Goyal underscored India's capabilities, determination, resilience, and unwavering commitment, which have gained acknowledgment on the global stage.

He pointed to India's rapid response during the Covid-19 pandemic when it played a crucial role in supplying vaccines to the international community, supporting economies worldwide during a critical time.

The term "China-plus-one" is now considered outdated, according to Minister Goyal, who declared that the new paradigm is "India only."

"Now it is no longer China-plus-one. The global community accepts India as a reliable and trustworthy partner. Our abilities, resolve, grit and tenacity are acknowledged globally. We delivered whenever world needed us. We were on the forefront with India vaccines when Covid-19 pandemic devastated global economies. The China-plus-one is now an old expression. It is now India only," the minister was quoted as saying.

This transformation signifies India's ascension to a leadership position in the global supply chain landscape, reflecting the world's growing confidence in India's resilience and capabilities.