Trade talks between India and the United States have been extended beyond the initial schedule as negotiators from both sides aim to finalize an interim trade agreement before the looming July 9 deadline. Senior officials, including the U.S. Trade Representative delegation and Indian Commerce

China has indicated a cautious willingness to resume trade discussions with the United States, stating that it is currently evaluating recent diplomatic overtures from Washington. However, Beijing made it clear that any meaningful dialogue would require the rollback of steep U.S.-imposed tariffs, which remain a major stumbling block in mending bilateral economic relations.