US Cancels Trade Delegation to India, Bilateral Talks Postponed
The United States has canceled a trade delegation visit to India, originally scheduled for September 3-7, delaying bilateral negotiations and dimming hopes for a trade agreement before new tariffs take effect.
Kokcha News Agency – The United States has called off a trade delegation visit to New Delhi, which was set to take place from September 3 to 7, according to an Indian television network. This decision has postponed talks on a bilateral trade agreement to an unspecified date, casting doubt on the possibility of reaching a deal before new tariffs are implemented.
The report, citing informed sources, has yet to be independently confirmed by Reuters. According to sources, the timing of the next round of negotiations remains unclear, and the process could face significant delays.
Last month, U.S. President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs in response to India’s continued imports of Russian oil. Under this decision, an additional 25% tariff will be levied on certain Indian imports starting September 5, potentially increasing the cost of some Indian goods by up to 50%. This is among the highest tariffs the U.S. has imposed on its trading partners.
Trade talks between Washington and New Delhi have reached a stalemate after five rounds of negotiations. The main points of contention include opening India’s agricultural and dairy markets and halting oil purchases from Russia. This deadlock has further strained the economic relations between the two countries.
In response to the pressure, India’s Ministry of External Affairs has stated that New Delhi is being unfairly targeted for its oil purchases from Russia. Indian officials have emphasized that while the U.S. and European Union continue to import goods from Russia, India is being subjected to unjust trade sanctions.
