H-1B is America’s gain, not India’s: Economist Sanjeev Sanyal says long-term visas are a host nation advantage
Economist Sanjeev Sanyal argues that H-1B visas primarily benefit the United States, not India, as they strengthen American tech firms while draining Indian negotiation leverage. Reacting to Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee hike, Sanyal urged India to focus on domestic reforms, skills, and returning talent rather than bargaining for visas, highlighting the long-term advantage lies with host nations.
Economist Sanjeev Sanyal argues that H-1B visas primarily benefit the United States, not India, as they strengthen American tech firms while draining Indian negotiation leverage. Reacting to Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee hike, Sanyal urged India to focus on domestic reforms, skills, and returning talent rather than bargaining for visas, highlighting the long-term advantage lies with host nations.
