New Delhi, Feb. 10 -- In a significant move to strengthen India's electronics manufacturing sector, the government has introduced a simplified tax regime for foreign tech experts.

Under this new framework, only 25 per cent of their remuneration will be taxable while they are working in India.

This is expected to make India a more attractive destination for skilled engineers and specialists, especially those required for setting up and maintaining advanced manufacturing units.

Industry executives have welcomed the change, noting that the previous lack of clarity on taxation discouraged many foreign experts from coming to India due to high tax rates and complex compliance requirements.

Earlier, any foreign professional staying in India ...