惩罚性关税生效，印度经济遭到重创

Group 1 - The U.S. is set to impose punitive tariffs on 50% of its exports to India, which could severely impact India's exports worth over $800 billion, particularly in textiles, seafood, and jewelry sectors, as orders are being diverted to Vietnam and Bangladesh [1][2] - The conflict is rooted in geopolitical tensions, with the U.S. discontent over India's continued purchase of Russian oil, viewing it as support for Putin [1][2] - Both the U.S. and India are currently in a standoff, with neither side willing to make concessions, although there is a possibility of last-minute negotiations to ease tensions [2][3] Group 2 - The situation highlights a harsh reality of globalization fracturing, where trade is increasingly used as a geopolitical weapon, prioritizing national interests over market economics [5] - India is likely to pursue a path of "strategic autonomy," enhancing trade with BRICS nations and potentially easing relations with China, as indicated by Modi's planned visit to China [5] - Companies are warned that supply chain decisions must consider political risks, as exporting from India to the U.S. is becoming increasingly risky [5][7] Group 3 - In the short term, the balance of power is determined by leverage, while long-term resilience will be crucial; India has a large market and potential for domestic demand, but the U.S. holds advantages in technology, capital, and market access [7]