Trump says deal with India for 'access to Indian markets' close: 'Have some pretty good deals to announce'
INDIA, JUL 16 – The US aims to secure better access to Indian markets with reciprocal tariffs below 20%, while India protects sensitive sectors like agriculture and dairy, targeting a deal before August 1.
- On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump said the US is working on a deal, indicating his focus on gaining access to Indian markets.
- Facing a looming deadline, Washington shared reciprocal tariff rates effective on August 1, 2025, prompting India to seek an agreement.
- Donald Trump noted the deal is modeled on Indonesia, saying `We're going to have access into India.`
- An Indian Commerce Ministry delegation is in Washington for fresh talks, as negotiations intensify.
- Failing an agreement, a 16% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods would be imposed starting August 1, 2025.
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