India and Washington have decided to defer their scheduled talks on an interim bilateral trade agreement to assess the fallout of a recent ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States that struck down tariff increases imposed by US President Donald Trump, according to reliable sources.
A three-day meeting between delegations led by the chief trade negotiators of both countries was originally planned to begin in the United States on February 23. The discussions were expected to advance negotiations and help finalize key aspects of the proposed trade pact.
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Talks to Resume After Legal Review
A senior official confirmed that the Indian delegation’s proposed visit to Washington will now take place after both governments carefully study the implications of the Supreme Court’s judgment. The ruling has introduced fresh variables into the trade framework, prompting both sides to reassess their positions before proceeding further.
The official added that a mutually convenient date for the rescheduled meeting will be decided once the review process is complete.
Tariff Changes Add to Uncertainty
The development comes amid renewed trade policy shifts in the US. President Trump on Saturday announced an increase in global tariffs from 10 per cent to 15 per cent, following what has been described as a major setback in the Supreme Court a day earlier.
The evolving legal and policy landscape is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the contours of the proposed India-US interim trade agreement, as negotiators seek clarity before finalizing commitments.
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