S Jaishankar on India-US trade deal: 'Bulk of issues sorted'
Jaishankar, while speaking at Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2026, said that the aim is to have a trade deal with is mutually beneficial and balanced.
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar stated at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2026 that the US-India trade deal is anticipated to be finalized shortly, with the majority of issues resolved and the remaining concerns primarily stemming from the American perspective. During his remarks, Jaishankar expressed optimism that the trade agreement will be mutually beneficial and balanced.
He assured the audience that he and Piyush Goyal, the Minister of Commerce and Industry, have been in close consultation regarding the matter and that the deal is nearing completion. Jaishankar acknowledged that negotiations often generate impatience, as negotiators seldom disclose detailed timelines or specifics during discussions.
Drawing from his own experience in a nuclear negotiation years ago, he compared the situation to that time, when negotiators faced similar questions about timelines and obstacles. Additionally, Jaishankar addressed global issues such as conflicts in West Asia, Ukraine, and crises in various parts of Africa. He also highlighted the shifting world order, with the rise of new powers, and the rivalry between the United States and China as contributing factors to ongoing tensions.
Jaishankar emphasized the significance of strong and steady leadership during these challenging times.
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