The US and India discussed information sharing on the illegal trade of opioids, such as fentanyl, and countering terrorism. They focused on the rising threat from radicalized individuals and organized terror groups. China is also involved in countering narcotics.
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti on Tuesday pitched for reform in India's taxation and export control for deeper bilateral economic engagement and said the "rhetoric" that everything has to be made in India could slow down the pace of the country's growth
During a recent visit, US Trade Representative Kathreen Tai experienced nuanced messages on India-US trade through her banquet menu. The inclusion of Indian wild-caught shrimps, usually prohibited under US law due to concerns about sea turtles, signaled potential collaboration in overcoming regulatory challenges. The second message was represented by grapes served with Angoori Rasmalai, symbolizing unresolved issues, such as market access barriers for Indian grapes.
India Business News: During the 14th India-US Trade Policy Forum meeting on January 12, an official revealed that India has requested the United States to permit domestic
The TPF platform is used by the two sides to find solutions to issues arising in bilateral trade and investment matters. The TPF has five focus groups agriculture, investment, innovation, and creativity (intellectual property rights), services, and tariff and non-tariff barriers.