This week on The Core Report: Weekend Edition, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj sits down with Ajay Srivastava, founder of the Global Trade Research Initiative. They talk about the critical aspects of India's trade strategy, optimising exports, the ideal export-to-GDP ratio, the challenges and opportunities in industries like toys and garments, China's success in attracting manufacturers and much more.ABOUT AJAY SRIVASTAVAMr. Srivastava is a former Indian Trade Service officer, having served with distinction since the 1989 batch. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role on India's WTO and FTA negotiating teams, showcasing his profound understanding of trade policy. His expertise extends beyond policy, encompassing trade data analytics, the intricacies of the Goods and Services Tax Act (GST), and information technology systems.For more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube