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The economic value of the U.S.-India relationship is immense. Indian exports to the United States surpass those to all BRICS nations combined, underscoring the mutual dependence. With India negotiating a free trade agreement with the European Union, maintaining strong ties with Washington becomes even more critical.
Currently, Indian trade negotiators are reportedly preparing to visit Washington to push back against existing tariffs and seek relief from penalties tied to Russian oil imports. These discussions could pave the way for broader trade agreements or at least reset relations on a more collaborative footing.