BS EDIT: Should India Trust a Trade Deal With the US?

By Business StandardPublished On Jun 5, 2025

US Wants Quick Deal, India Wary

Washington eyes a July deal. Delhi doubts its depth or durability

Politically Driven Pact?

Limited scope, US-centric sectors—India sees little assurance

Trump’s Tariff Turbulence

A deal today may be revoked tomorrow—politics trumps policy

Don’t Bet on One Partner

India must seek rule-based deals beyond the US

EU First, RCEP Next?

Reliable partners like the EU deserve priority

Trust Needs Rules, Not Rhetoric

In trade, certainty beats charm. India must stay pragmatic