India, US aim to seal trade deal soon; American delegation to visit Delhi
India and the US are working towards finalizing an interim trade agreement, with an American delegation expected to visit New Delhi soon. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US counterpart Marco Rubio emphasized the importance of reaching a mutual understanding that benefits both nations. Despite previous tensions over tariffs, both sides express optimism about the potential for a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement.
- ▪An American delegation is expected to travel to New Delhi to advance trade negotiations.
- ▪Jaishankar highlighted the need for an early understanding on the trade deal during a joint news conference with Rubio.
- ▪Both countries aim to create a trade agreement that is beneficial and sustainable for their national interests.
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India, US aim to seal trade deal soon; American delegation to visit DelhiFew signs of forward movement have appeared since PM Modi and US President Donald Trump announced on February 2 that the two sides were close to a trade deal.Updated on: May 25, 2026 7:42 AM ISTBy Rezaul H Laskar, New DelhiShare viaCopy link India and the US are looking toward the early conclusion of an interim trade agreement and an American delegation is expected to travel to New Delhi soon to advance the process and reach an understanding that serves the national interests of both sides, external affairs minister S Jaishankar and his US counterpart Marco Rubio said on Sunday.Jaishankar emphasised the importance of an early understanding on the trade deal at a joint news conference with Rubio.
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