Trade Policy

Congress Flags Tariff Risks, Trump’s Remarks Later Reignite India–US Trade Debate

Opposition warnings and renewed remarks by Donald Trump bring tariff tensions, trade diplomacy, and political messaging back into focus.

India's Demand for Zero Tariffs on Labor-Intensive Exports: A Blend of Economic Imperative and Domestic Political Strategy, Says GTRI

India is strongly pushing for zero tariffs on labor-intensive exports like garments and footwear in its FTA talks with the US, according to GTRI. This demand is a strategic blend of economic growth (boosting MSMEs, employment) and domestic politics (making the deal "sellable"). The US is reluctant to reciprocate fully, raising concerns of an imbalanced trade agreement.