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Trump and Modi Forge Trade Deal, Boosting U.S.-India Ties

2/10/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with India on February 9, 2026 to reduce tariffs, setting U.S. duties on Indian exports at 18%.
India is expected to drop tariffs on American goods and halt Russian oil purchases under the deal.
The agreement follows a period when tariffs on Indian products had reached 50%.
Analysts say the accord could strengthen U.S.-India relations.
Modi expressed approval, emphasizing cooperation.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with India on February 9, 2026 to reduce tariffs, setting U.S. duties on Indian exports at 18%.
India is expected to drop tariffs on American goods and halt Russian oil purchases under the deal.
The agreement follows a period when tariffs on Indian products had reached 50%.
Analysts say the accord could strengthen U.S.-India relations.
Modi expressed approval, emphasizing cooperation.