VP JD Vance is wheeling and dealing in India, sitting down with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hash out a trade pact and keep President Trump’s tariffs off the table. The high-stakes meeting in New Delhi Monday aims to double trade between the two giants to a whopping $500 billion by 2030.
JUST IN: America and India have officially finalized the terms of reference for a trade negotiation between the two countries
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Vance didn’t mince words, warning that if the U.S. and India can’t successfully team up on defense, energy, and tech, the world could face a “very dark time for all of humanity.” Talk about raising the stakes! It’s all part of the push to get a preliminary deal inked before a temporary pause on U.S. tariffs runs out this fall.
Remember those Trump tariffs on steel and aluminum? Back in 2023, the U.S. and India managed to squash six different trade beefs, setting the stage for these new talks. Now, with Trump back in the White House, the pressure is on to secure a fair deal that benefits American workers and closes the trade gap, which currently favors India.
The VP’s visit isn’t just about dollars and cents; it’s also laying the groundwork for President Trump’s trip for the Quad summit, a key alliance aimed at countering China’s growing influence. Modi passed along warm regards to Trump and is looking forward to hosting him soon.
Officials on both sides are hopeful they can nail down the first part of the trade agreement by autumn, focusing on better market access and smoother supply chains. It’s a critical moment for strengthening ties with a key strategic partner and making sure America gets a better deal.
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