New Delhi, July 8 -- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday outlined India's strategic response to rising trade and financial restrictions, emphasising market diversification, infrastructure-led growth, and structural reforms to enhance productivity and competitiveness.

Speaking at the BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Sitharaman noted that India's economic resilience was driven by robust domestic demand, sound macroeconomic management, and targeted fiscal measures.

The event was held under Brazil's presidency of BRICS and focused on global economic challenges and institutional reforms.

"India has demonstrated resilience through a combination of strong domestic demand, prudent ...