A Rapid Response to Avert a Looming Trade War and Secure Favorable Trade Relations

A Rapid Response

India has been swift in its efforts to appease U.S. President Donald Trump, aiming to avoid a potentially damaging trade war. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has swiftly delivered a series of concessions to the White House on issues central to Trump's agenda, providing an early glimpse into New Delhi's strategy for dealing with the new president's tariff policies.

India's most recent accommodation came on Saturday, when the Modi government unveiled a comprehensive overhaul of its tariff regime. This included significant cuts to import duties on a wide range of goods, from textiles to motorcycles. This follows New Delhi's earlier pledges to accept thousands of unlawful migrants from the U.S. and maintain the U.S. dollar as its trading currency.

These concessions highlight India's eagerness to maintain a positive relationship with the United States under the Trump administration. They also demonstrate the country's willingness to adapt its policies to accommodate the changing global trade landscape.