What Modi and India Can Offer Trump on Trade

Published On Feb 12, 2025, 12:16 AM

The article discusses the growing economic relationship between India and the United States, particularly under President Trump's administration which has been marked by tensions over tariffs. During his first term, Trump criticized India's high tariffs on American goods and labeled the country as the 'tariff king.' With India exporting significantly more to the U.S. than it imports, this situation has exacerbated trade deficits, prompting Trump to seek lower tariffs in an upcoming meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This conversation about tariffs is expected to impact the dynamics of the trade relationship going forward.