India and U.S. on the Brink of Landmark Trade Agreement

India and the United States are close to finalizing a trade agreement that could significantly lower tariffs on Indian exports to the U.S., potentially dropping from 50% to 15-16%. The report by India's Mint, cited sources familiar with the situation, though Reuters has yet to confirm the details.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 22-10-2025 06:51 IST | Created: 22-10-2025 06:51 IST
India and U.S. on the Brink of Landmark Trade Agreement

India and the United States are on the verge of concluding a significant trade agreement that promises to reduce tariffs on Indian exports to the U.S. from 50% to an estimated 15-16%. This development, reported by India's Mint on Wednesday, marks a pivotal moment in trade relations between the two nations.

Three individuals familiar with the discussions confirmed the progress towards this landmark agreement, indicating a strengthening of economic ties. However, despite the potential impact, Reuters has been unable to independently verify the report at this time.

The agreement is anticipated to boost bilateral trade by making Indian products more competitive in the U.S. market, a crucial step for both economies in an increasingly globalized world stage.

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