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India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement Expected to Finalize First Phase by End of 2025
Nov 28, 2025 09:58 pm CST
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal expressed optimism that India and the United States will complete the first portion of their bilateral trade agreement within this calendar year, despite recent tariff challenges. The negotiations are proceeding on dual tracks: a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement and a Framework Trade Deal to address immediate tariff issues, with the ultimate goal of increasing bilateral trade from $191 billion to $500 billion by 2030.
Former US Envoy Reveals How Trump Damaged US-India Relations Over Personal Ego and Pakistan Business Deals
Oct 16, 2025 03:08 pm CST
Rahm Emanuel, former US ambassador to Japan, criticizes President Trump for destroying 40 years of US-India diplomatic relations due to personal ego and financial interests in Pakistan. The deterioration comes at a strategic cost as India could have been a vital counterweight against China, while recent tariff increases have further strained bilateral relations.
US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Indian Goods: MEA Responds to Trump's Remarks on India-Russia-China Relations
Sep 06, 2025 01:59 am CST
The Ministry of External Affairs has responded to US President Trump's remarks about India, Russia and China following the SCO Summit, emphasizing the importance of US-India bilateral relations despite recent 50% tariffs imposed on Indian goods. The MEA spokesperson highlighted ongoing military exercises and diplomatic engagements while reaffirming India's commitment to maintaining independent foreign relations.