India’s services, manufacturing’s export potential untapped; FDI a concern: World Bank South Asia Chief Economist

World Bank economist Franziska Ohnsorge highlights India’s significant untapped potential in services and manufacturing exports for foreign investors. Computer services exports surged 30% post-ChatGPT, indicating strong opportunities, while manufacturing faces constraints from limited trade agreements. Although private investment growth remains robust, India’s FDI to GDP ratio is notably weak by international standards.