Indian Ambassador Highlights US Support for Strengthening Bilateral Relations
Indian envoy appreciates US support for stronger bilateral ties
News 18
Image: News 18
Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met with Congressman Pete Sessions to discuss mutual interests and strengthen India-US relations. This meeting comes as both countries negotiate a bilateral trade agreement, with the US agreeing to lower tariffs on Indian goods to 18%.
- 01Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Congressman Pete Sessions to discuss mutual interests.
- 02Sessions is a senior member of the House Financial Services Committee.
- 03The meeting emphasized strengthening the India-US partnership.
- 04India and the US are negotiating a bilateral trade agreement.
- 05The US has agreed to reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18%.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
During a recent meeting in Washington, Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, engaged in discussions with Congressman Pete Sessions, who is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations. Kwatra expressed appreciation for Sessions's continuous support in enhancing the India-US partnership. This meeting is part of broader negotiations between India and the US concerning a bilateral trade agreement (BTA). In February, both nations finalized a framework for the first phase of this agreement, which includes a commitment from the US to reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18%. Kwatra also held discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and former National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien, indicating ongoing efforts to strengthen economic ties and cooperation.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The reduction in tariffs could enhance trade between India and the US, benefiting exporters and consumers in both countries.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you believe a stronger India-US partnership will benefit both countries?
Connecting to poll...
More about US House of Representatives
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.


