India aims to increase US trade from $200 billion

The Indian government is working closely with the United States to improve trade relations. They aim to increase bilateral trade from $200 billion to over $500 billion. This effort comes as both countries discuss trade concerns and the impact of recent changes in U.S. trade policies. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal stated that US-India talks are ongoing. They plan to address issues that affect trade between the two nations. Barthwal emphasized the importance of looking at both countries' concerns during these discussions. The chairman of EEPC India, Pankaj Chadha, expressed worries that changes in US trade policy could harm global trade. Barthwal acknowledged that the Indian government is evaluating the opportunities and challenges posed by US tariffs. They are also reaching out to stakeholders for feedback during this process.