印度服装工业寻求降低5%的GST, 以保护中产阶级免受18%的涨幅。 Indian clothing industry seeks lower 5% GST to protect middle class from proposed 18% hike.

印度服装制造商协会正在倡导对所有服装征收5%的货物和服务税,以提高价格和销售额。 The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India is advocating for a 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on all garments to boost affordability and sales. 目前的提案包括将服装的GST提高到18%, 超过2500英镑, 协会担心这会伤害中产阶级及已受美国关税影响的行业。 The current proposal includes raising the GST to 18% for garments over ₹2,500, which the association fears could harm the middle class and the industry, already affected by U.S. tariffs. 全球科技理事会正在考虑将这些变化视为对消费者的潜在好处。 The GST Council is considering these changes as a potential consumer benefit.