India and the US are actively engaged in trade discussions, with the next meeting set for Tuesday, as confirmed by America’s new Ambassador to New Delhi, Sergio Gor. Gor highlighted the genuine friendship between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing the strong ties between the two nations. While trade remains crucial, both countries are committed to collaborating on various significant areas like security, counter-terrorism, energy, technology, education, and health.
Gor also announced that India will become a full member of ‘PaxSilica,’ a recent US initiative aimed at establishing a secure and innovative silicon supply chain. This move is expected to enhance the group’s capabilities, with countries like Japan, South Korea, the UK, and Israel already on board. The statement by Gor clarifies previous confusion surrounding the trade negotiations, following remarks by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggesting a stall due to a lack of communication between the leaders.
The Ministry of External Affairs refuted Lutnick’s claims, stressing India’s interest in a mutually beneficial trade agreement with the US. MEA spokesman Randhir Jaiswal reiterated the long-standing commitment to negotiating such a deal, emphasizing the multiple rounds of discussions held to achieve a balanced outcome. The trade discussions between India and the US have been ongoing since February last year, with both sides working towards a comprehensive agreement.
