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Urge the Indian Government to Reconsider Joining RCEP for Inclusive Economic Growth
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Target: Government of India, Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Goal: We call on the Government of India to urgently reopen negotiations and join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), prioritizing the protection of workers, farmers, and small businesses while fostering equitable growth through deeper integ
Recent developments—including the US government's imposition of steep tariffs on Indian exports—have exposed the dangers of over-reliance on Western markets. These tariffs threaten millions of Indian jobs, especially in agriculture and manufacturing, and put pressure on already vulnerable communities.
As American economist Jeffrey Sachs and many regional experts have noted, India's economic future lies in forging strong, independent partnerships with its neighbors. The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) brings together 15 of the world's most dynamic economies, offering India a unique opportunity to diversify trade, boost growth, and reduce dependence on any single market.
India's initial concerns about RCEP—protecting farmers, workers, and small businesses—are valid and must be addressed. However, by negotiating robust safeguards and fair terms, India can join RCEP on its own terms, ensuring that economic integration benefits all, not just large corporations.
We urge the government to act in the national interest by prioritizing regional cooperation, defending the livelihoods of ordinary Indians, and ensuring that growth is both inclusive and sustainable.
Key Demands
- Reopen negotiations to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) with strong protections for Indian farmers, workers, and small businesses.
- Ensure that any RCEP agreement includes enforceable safeguards for labor rights, environmental standards, and food security.
- Develop a transparent, participatory process for RCEP negotiations that includes civil society, trade unions, and representatives from vulnerable sectors.
- Diversify India's trade strategy to reduce dependence on the US and Western markets, focusing on equitable partnerships within Asia.
- Commit to regular public reporting on the impacts of trade agreements and meaningful consultation with affected communities.
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