India-US bilateral trade agreement talks will resume in India on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and continue through Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as officials seek to complete the first phase of a proposed trade pact. A delegation from the Office of the United States Trade Representative is scheduled to meet Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and other Indian officials. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said the two sides expect to give final touches to the first tranche while contin

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer triggered laughter in the House of Commons on Wednesday, May 20, after accidentally claiming that the United Kingdom had secured a trade deal with North Korea instead of South Korea. He quickly corrected the statement, describing it as a “slip of the tongue” and apologising to MPs. “I’ve just been handed a note saying that I inadvertently said we did a trade deal with North Korea rather than South Korea. That would be breaking news and not very good. So,

The Indian government has decided to reschedule a planned visit by its trade delegation to Washington, DC, following fresh uncertainty triggered by the US Supreme Court’s decision to strike down former president Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs. Officials indicated that the move reflects a cautious approach as both sides assess the legal and strategic implications of the ruling on the ongoing India-US trade deal discussions. The Indian delegation, led by chief negotiator Darpa

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended greetings to India on the occasion of its Republic Day, underscoring the importance of the bilateral partnership and highlighting areas of close cooperation between the two countries. In his message, Rubio emphasized that sustained engagement across strategic sectors continues to yield tangible outcomes for both nations and the broader Indo-Pacific region. Rubio described the relationship as a historic bond strengthened by collab

Sergio Gor formally assumed charge as the United States Ambassador to India on Monday, marking the beginning of a new diplomatic chapter between the two countries. Speaking shortly after taking office, Gor described the relationship between India and the United States as the most consequential global partnership of the century, underlining its growing importance across economic, strategic, and technological domains. He confirmed that fresh trade negotiations between the two sides are schedule

US President Donald Trump on Sunday, January 4, claimed that India has significantly reduced its purchases of Russian oil following the imposition of steep tariffs on Indian goods by Washington. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump said his administration’s decision to levy a 50 percent tariff had prompted a response from New Delhi, while also warning that the United States could escalate trade penalties further if necessary. Trump asserted that India’s leadership acted in respo

The United States has paused a multi-billion-pound investment programme in British technology, dealing a significant setback to relations between Washington and London amid ongoing trade disagreements. The decision places the £31bn tech prosperity deal on hold, halting a package that had been presented by the UK government as a cornerstone of its economic and diplomatic strategy with the US. The agreement, unveiled during Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK, was described by Pri

India is once again at the center of global diplomatic attention after former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to halt Russian oil imports. The Indian government swiftly denied the statement, emphasizing that its energy decisions are made independently and based solely on national interest. This move highlights New Delhi’s determination to maintain strategic autonomy amid increasing international pressure. Over the past two years

India and the United States appear to be finding common ground in long-stalled trade negotiations, with sources calling the latest talks in New York encouraging. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and India’s chief trade negotiator Rajesh Agarwal met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to restart discussions on a pending agreement. According to officials, both delegations expressed commitment to moving past earlier setbacks and accelerating pr

India and the United States are set to return to the negotiating table on Tuesday to work toward finalizing a crucial trade deal, weeks after relations were tested by steep tariffs imposed by Washington. The move follows President Donald Trump’s decision to levy punitive 50 percent tariffs on Indian exports as a response to New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil. The resumption of discussions marks a potential turning point in efforts to restore momentum in bilateral econom

The possibility of a significant trade agreement between the United States and India has taken center stage after fresh comments by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Speaking about key trade priorities, Lutnick made it clear that progress on the long-discussed deal will depend heavily on India ending its purchase of oil from Russia. His remarks underline the ongoing tensions between Washington and New Delhi over trade practices, energy choices, and global a

India is facing increasing pressure to conclude a trade agreement with the United States as the August 1 deadline approaches. If a deal is not reached, tariffs on key exports are expected to rise significantly to 26%, potentially impacting India's trade flows, domestic sectors, and global positioning. The urgency has been compounded by recent international developments and India's own active pursuit of balanced trade partnerships. A recent trade agreement between the Unite

President Donald Trump has announced a major trade deal with Indonesia, declaring that the United States will now enjoy full market access to the Southeast Asian country. According to the President, Indonesia will impose a reduced 19% tariff on its exports to the United States, while American exports to Indonesia will be completely exempt from both tariffs and non-tariff barriers. In his statement, Trump also claimed that India is working along the same lines as Indonesia in its ongoing trade ta

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has signaled that the long-awaited trade agreement between India and the United States may soon be finalized, as both nations appear to be in the advanced stages of negotiations. Speaking at an event in New York, Jaishankar highlighted the complexity of the talks, acknowledging that reaching a deal requires flexibility and compromise on both sides. While noting the progress made, he emphasized the importance of patience in what he described as a very det

The United States and China have reached a pivotal agreement to pause their escalating trade war, marking a temporary 90-day truce in which both nations will significantly reduce tariffs on each other’s goods. The announcement followed intensive trade talks held in Geneva, signaling a breakthrough in the long-standing dispute between the two largest global economies. Under the terms of the agreement, the United States will lower its tariffs on Chinese imports from an extreme