India explores local currency payments for West Asian oil
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- using local currencies
- 80% of its oil imports
The Indian government is considering trade in local currencies with West Asian countries to counteract the impact of surging oil prices and a depreciating rupee. This initiative could enable India to pay for 80% of its oil imports using local currencies, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar and saving on conversion costs.
This strategic shift aims to stabilize finances amid rising oil costs, which have been exacerbated by the rupee's decline. The government is developing a mechanism to facilitate these transactions with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations.
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