

Win-win for both countries: Speaking at the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum earlier this month, US Commerce Secretary Howard Ludnick said, "The trade deal with india is nearing completion and it will be beneficial for both countries. I believe that this deal will be done very soon because we have found something that will benefit both countries." Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President donald trump had agreed to sign this deal soon when they met in february 2025, and he said that this is a very important opportunity for the growth of trade between the two countries. The agreement is expected to further strengthen the close partnership between the US and India.