Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi commended the new India–US trade deal, highlighting its potential to enhance the state’s economy through increased exports of handloom products, seafood, and rare earth minerals. He expressed optimism that the agreement would facilitate easier exports with reduced tariffs, creating new employment opportunities for weavers and artisans. Majhi also noted that the partnership between India and the US would elevate Odisha’s position in the global semiconductor supply chain.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the trade deal would open up the US market for seafood from India, leading to improved economic prospects for fishermen and farmers in Odisha’s coastal regions. He anticipated that Odisha would emerge as a significant player in the ‘Blue Economy’ as a result of the economic collaboration between the US and India. Majhi highlighted the potential for Odisha’s seafood economy to thrive in the American market, with increased demand for products like prawns and fish due to tariff reductions.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar mentioned that the historic India-US trade deal is nearing completion, with final details expected soon.
