Vance Meets Modi in Delhi Over Tariffs – US Vice-President JD Vance has arrived in Delhi to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aiming to accelerate progress on a long-anticipated bilateral trade deal. His visit comes amid global trade tensions, with the US pushing reciprocal tariffs set to resume after a temporary pause ends in July. Vance is joined by his wife and children, and plans to visit Agra and Jaipur during the trip.
The talks are expected to cover regional and global issues of shared interest, alongside trade negotiations. India has already reduced tariffs on some US goods, although trade imbalances remain. Modi and Trump have previously pledged to boost bilateral trade significantly, with India currently enjoying a $45 billion surplus.
Vance’s visit follows high-level meetings between Indian officials and US representatives in recent weeks, signaling deeper cooperation ahead of Trump’s anticipated visit for the Quad summit later this year. His arrival and engagements, including a visit to the Akshardham temple and a state dinner with Modi, are seen as a move to strengthen ties amid rising tariff tensions.
