Niti Aayog Advocates GM Crop Imports to Boost Agri Trade

By Editor - News Desk June 15, 2025

Trade

Niti Aayog is urging the government to allow controlled imports of genetically modified (GM) crops such as soybeans and corn from the United States to enhance agricultural trade, while maintaining stringent domestic safeguards. The proposal comes amid stalled India–US trade negotiations, where

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Donald Trump Says China Reached Out for Talks Amid Rising U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that China has reached out to the United States for discussions on tariffs, signaling what he describes as a response to increasing pressure from his tough stance on trade. Speaking during a campaign-style address, Trump asserted that the Chinese government initiated the communication, allegedly seeking to re-engage on the […]

International

India and US to Finalize Bilateral Trade Agreement Framework

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

India and the United States are poised to finalize the framework and terms of reference for a proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) during a series of discussions commencing this week. The negotiations, spanning three days, aim to outline the structure and schedule for the agreement, which is anticipated to unfold in two phases, with the […]

Trade

India Pursues Equitable Trade Agreement with U.S., Emphasizes National Interests

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2025

India seeks a balanced trade agreement with the U.S., aiming to double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, while prioritizing national economic interests amid discussions on tariff reductions and reciprocal measures.

International

India Should Reassess Trade Talks with US, Says GTRI

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2025

The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has advised India to reconsider its ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. According to GTRI, the US exerts excessive pressure on India to make trade concessions that could impact the country’s economic and strategic interests. “India should withdraw from all negotiations with the US and engage with them

Trade

India and U.S. Nearing Comprehensive Trade Agreement: Piyush Goyal

By Editor - News Desk February 23, 2025

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that India and the United States are on the verge of finalizing a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement, which he described as the “mother of all deals.” Speaking at the Invest Kerala Global Summit (IKGS) on February 21, 2025, Goyal expressed optimism about the forthcoming negotiations with […]

International

Trudeau Meets Trump in Florida Amid Tariff Disputes

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2024

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with former US President Donald Trump in Florida to address looming tariff concerns that could strain US-Canada trade relations. Focus on Trade and Tariffs The meeting, held at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, comes amid growing tension over potential tariff impositions on Canadian exports. These measures could affect key industries