Indian exporters see increased US inquiries but few orders due to tariff uncertainty. As a 10% US tariff nears expiry, Washington proposes an additional 12.5% on imports from 54 countries, including India, citing forced labor concerns. India seeks tariff advantage before signing a bilateral trade deal.
India's merchandise exports grew approximately 15% in April-June, defying global economic challenges. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted robust growth, with May exports reaching a six-month high, and urged chartered accountants to contribute to a 'Viksit Bharat' through local cleanliness and ethical business.
China’s trade with the United States has declined this year, official data shows, as US President Donald Trump heads to Beijing next week for a high-stakes visit that could determine the future of economic relations between the two superpowers. China’s merchandise exports to the US fell 10.2 per cent year on year to US$133.4 billion in the first four months of 2026, according to data released on Saturday by the General Administration of Customs. Imports from the US also declined 10.9 per cent to...
