NextFin news, India’s Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran stated on Thursday, September 18, 2025, that discussions are underway between India and the United States to address and potentially reduce the import tariffs levied on Indian goods by the US government during the Trump administration.
The tariffs, which were imposed as part of former President Donald Trump’s trade policies, have been a point of contention affecting bilateral trade relations. Nageswaran expressed optimism that the tariff dispute could be resolved within the next 8 to 10 weeks, signaling progress in ongoing negotiations.
The talks come amid broader efforts to strengthen economic ties between the two countries, with both sides engaging in dialogue to find mutually agreeable solutions to trade barriers. The US tariffs had significantly increased the cost of Indian exports to the American market, impacting sectors such as textiles, steel, and agricultural products.
These developments follow recent diplomatic engagements, including a phone call between former President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which coincided with visits by US trade officials to India. The call and visits have been interpreted as positive steps toward easing trade tensions.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal also expressed confidence earlier on Thursday that the trade issues with the US would be satisfactorily resolved, citing the strong bilateral relationship and ongoing negotiations.
The resolution of the tariff dispute is expected to benefit exporters in India by lowering costs and improving market access in the United States, thereby potentially boosting trade volumes and economic cooperation between the two nations.
Both governments have not disclosed detailed terms of the ongoing discussions, but officials indicate that the talks are constructive and focused on achieving a balanced outcome that supports economic growth and trade stability.
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