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India and U.S. Discuss Trade Amid Tariff Tensions

1/14/2026

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On January 13, 2026, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio about trade and defense.
The call followed U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor's remarks on ongoing trade discussions, and Jaishankar described it as productive.
The dialogue occurred amid strained India–U.S. relations over tariffs on Indian goods.
Indian government sources say a 25% tariff on Iran-trading countries would have minimal impact, as Iran trade is under $2 billion.

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On January 13, 2026, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio about trade and defense.
The call followed U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor's remarks on ongoing trade discussions, and Jaishankar described it as productive.
The dialogue occurred amid strained India–U.S. relations over tariffs on Indian goods.
Indian government sources say a 25% tariff on Iran-trading countries would have minimal impact, as Iran trade is under $2 billion.