News / India must compete with China to turn its trade with Africa into a two-way street

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Lack of exports from Africa into India will keep prices on the tradelane high, and make it inefficient for carriers to operate direct services, delegates at Air Cargo India heard last week.

While India’s exports – particularly textiles, leather and pharmaceuticals to East Africa – are growing fast, there is no trade in the other direction and carriers are looking for ways to stimulate the business.

“Some investment is needed, so we can see some traffic moving both ways,” said Luke Arrun, ...