1.5 years vs 19 years: In Sergio Gor's India-US trade deal update, a dig at EU FTA
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor provided an update on the India-US trade deal, highlighting its progress and contrasting it with the lengthy negotiations of the EU FTA. He expressed confidence that the interim trade agreement will be finalized soon, which aims to enhance market access and reduce trade barriers. The ambassador emphasized the significant growth in bilateral trade and the shared goal of achieving $500 billion in trade by 2030.
- ▪The interim trade agreement between the US and India is on the table to be finalized.
- ▪Gor criticized the EU for its prolonged negotiations, stating that the India-US talks have lasted only 1.5 years compared to 19 years with the EU.
- ▪The trade deal is expected to strengthen supply chains and drive new investments once finalized.
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1.5 years vs 19 years: In Sergio Gor's India-US trade deal update, a dig at EU FTAHe added that a delegation from the US will have another look at the deal, before it is finalised and locked in.Published on: May 21, 2026 4:58 PM ISTEdited by Danita YadavShare viaCopy link US ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Thursday shared an update regarding the India-US trade deal, while taking a dig at the European Union for its delayed negotiations for the free trade agreement with New Delhi.New Delhi, May 20 (ANI): U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and Union MoS (I/Charge) Jitendra Singh during a bilateral meeting, in New Delhi on Wednesday.
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