Thu Nov 07 12:47:40 UTC 2024: ## India Sees Opportunity in Trump’s Re-election, Says Jaishankar

**Sydney, Australia** – Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has stated that India sees an opportunity in the re-election of Donald Trump as the US President, despite the potential disruptions it may bring. Jaishankar shared his views during a press briefing following a meeting with top business leaders and CEOs in Australia.

Jaishankar highlighted four key areas where India expects to benefit from the global shifts likely to occur due to Trump’s policies:

* **Reordering of Supply Chains:** Jaishankar believes the ongoing reordering of global supply chains will accelerate under Trump’s leadership, potentially providing India with a “second bite of the apple” in the manufacturing sector. He expressed confidence that India is better positioned now than in the past to capitalize on this opportunity, citing Apple’s growing presence in India as an example.
* **Geopolitical Hedging:** Jaishankar anticipates that Trump’s policies will lead to increased geopolitical hedging by nations seeking to maintain stability. This will encourage stronger relationships and partnerships globally, potentially benefiting India through increased diplomatic and economic engagement.
* **Digital Trust and Payment Platforms:** Jaishankar emphasized the growing importance of digital trust and the security of digital payment platforms in a world increasingly reliant on technology. He believes that India is well-positioned to benefit from this, as it already boasts a vibrant digital payment ecosystem.
* **Global Mobility:** Jaishankar expects the global workforce to become increasingly integrated, with talent and skills migrating to countries where demand exceeds supply. He believes that countries like India, with a young and skilled workforce, will benefit from this trend.

Jaishankar concluded by saying that businesses will also be more mobile, with the past few years already witnessing significant shifts in corporate presence across the globe.

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