US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said he is “very disappointed” with European countries over the recently finalised India-European Union free trade agreement, arguing that the deal reflects European priorities on trade at the expense of broader geopolitical concerns. Concerns Over
India and the European Union have concluded negotiations on a long-pending free trade agreement, with Piyush Goyal calling it a major milestone for India’s global trade strategy. Goyal said the agreement reflects India’s growing economic strength and its ability to negotiate on equal terms with major global blocs. Goyal on India’s Trade Gains The commerce […]
India and the European Union have concluded a major free trade agreement, marking a significant expansion of bilateral economic ties after years of negotiations. The agreement aims to reduce or eliminate tariffs across a wide range of goods and services and is expected to substantially boost trade between the two economies. US Reaction to the […]
America today is speaking out of both sides of its mouth when it comes to India. On the stage, President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio shower New Delhi with praise, calling India an indispensable partner in stabilizing Asia, a bulwark against Chinese aggression, and a friend that shares democratic values. Sergio Gor backs […]
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed profound thanks to U.S. President Donald Trump for his “leadership role” in finalizing a historic trade agreement between Pakistan and the United States. The deal was announced in Washington late on July 30. Deal Centers on Oil Reserves and Tariff Relief President Trump said the U.S. and Pakistan will […]
India and the US are reportedly close to finalising an interim trade deal that could cap US tariffs on Indian goods below 20%, offering New Delhi a more favourable position compared to other Asian nations facing higher duties. The deal aims to delay or avoid sweeping reciprocal tariffs set to take effect on August 1. […]
Pakistan and the United States have concluded a vital four-day negotiation round in Washington aimed at finalizing a reciprocal trade framework before the looming July 9 deadline. The accord is designed to prevent U.S. imposition of a 29% tariff on Pakistani exports—including textiles and agricultural products—by setting terms for mutual trade benefits and market access.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has indicated that India and the United States are close to finalizing a significant interim trade deal, but emphasized that flexibility and mutual compromise will be essential to seal the agreement. Addressing media in New York, Jaishankar said, “Obviously, my hope would be that we bring it to a successful […]
As talks continue toward a potential US‑India trade deal, American farm groups are cautioning that sweeping tariff cuts on US agricultural exports—such as wheat, pulses, dairy, and fresh fruits—could inflict severe harm on India’s domestic farming sector and food sovereignty. According to the US Farm Trade Risk Index (GTRI), the removal of India’s high tariffs—some […]
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has signalled that an announcement on the much-anticipated India-US trade deal could be made in the coming days. Speaking during an event in New York, Jaishankar remarked, “And I think we’ll have to watch this space for the next few days,” suggesting that both sides are in the final stages […]















