India vs Pakistan: Who Wins the Tariff War on Textiles?

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India and Pakistan engage in a fierce textile tariff battle impacting exports

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What Sparked the Tension? Rising trade restrictions and protectionist policies triggered the ongoing tariff war

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India’s Strategy India increases import duties to protect domestic textile manufacturers

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Pakistan’s Countermove Pakistan slashes prices and explores new markets to stay competitive

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Export Figures Compared India leads in value, but Pakistan gains momentum in budget-friendly segments

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Impact on Global Buyers Buyers shift attention to Vietnam, Bangladesh amid Indo-Pak tensions

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Small Businesses Hit Hard Weavers and factory workers in both countries face layoffs and losses

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Trade Experts Weigh In Analysts say prolonged tariffs could harm long-term regional textile strength

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India maintains value advantage, but Pakistan adapts faster—result: no clear winner

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