Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, during his address in Germany, expressed serious concerns about the negative impact of 'Made in China' products on the global economy and job creation in democratic nations, while he explicitly stated that India and Western countries have Importantly harmed their economies and employment opportunities by outsourcing production to China. Gandhi argued that 'Made in China' products have undermined the capacity of democratic countries to generate employment, leading to increased political upheaval in regions like India, the United States, and Europe.
China's Dominance in Production and its Consequences
Speaking at an event at the Hertie School in Berlin, Rahul Gandhi emphasized that. The West, and to some extent India, have handed over their production to the Chinese. This decision has had far-reaching consequences, as China now dominates global production. This directly implies that it has become difficult to provide employment to a large number of people, while according to Gandhi, this situation poses a serious challenge for democratic countries, as they're unable to create sufficient employment opportunities for their populations, leading to increased social and political instability.
The Imperative of Self-Production for Democracy
The Congress leader stressed that self-production is essential for the sustenance of democracy. He argued that countries like India, the United States, and Germany can't base their employment systems solely on services. Gandhi questioned how democracies produce in this changing landscape and what models are necessary. He called for a reconsideration of production in a democratic environment and explored the kind of partnerships that India, the US, and Europe could form for production. According to him, if democratic countries are unable to produce,. It will become very difficult for them to sustain themselves.
The 'Made in China' Issue in India
Rahul Gandhi also raised the issue of 'Made in China' goods being sold in India. He pointed out that the Indian government possesses the capacity, cost structure, and population to manufacture goods, but it has not yet fully utilized this potential. Gandhi expressed regret, stating, "Whatever you see, it's made in China, and this is a problem, at least for a country like India. " This remark highlights the need to boost India's manufacturing capabilities and promote. Domestic production to strengthen the country's economy and create employment opportunities for its citizens.
Manufacturing: The Backbone of Strong Economies
Earlier, on December 17, during a visit to the BMW World Museum in Munich, Germany, Rahul Gandhi highlighted the importance of manufacturing. He stated that manufacturing is the backbone of strong economies. Gandhi lamented that manufacturing in India is declining, which is a worrying sign for the country's economic progress. He emphasized the need to produce more to accelerate growth and advocated for creating a meaningful manufacturing ecosystem and generating high-quality jobs on a large scale. This approach could be a crucial step towards positioning India as a. Significant player in the global production chain and strengthening its economic sovereignty.
