Sun Feb 22 15:30:00 UTC 2026: ### India and U.S. Postpone Trade Negotiations Amid Tariff Uncertainty

The Story:
India and the United States have decided to postpone the scheduled meeting of their chief negotiators in Washington concerning the interim trade pact. This decision follows the U.S. Supreme Court verdict against the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs and the subsequent imposition of a 10% tariff on all countries, including India, effective February 24, 2026, for 150 days. Furthermore, President Trump announced an increase of the duty to 1% on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Key Points:

  • The proposed meeting of Indian and U.S. chief negotiators has been postponed.
  • The postponement is attributed to the need for both sides to evaluate recent developments and their implications.
  • Trump imposed a 10% tariff on all countries, including India, effective February 24, 2026, for 150 days.
  • The tariff was later increased to 1%.
  • The Indian team was scheduled to start a three-day meeting on February 23, 2026.

Key Takeaways:

  • The imposition of new tariffs by the U.S., despite the Supreme Court ruling, creates uncertainty in trade relations.
  • Both India and the U.S. are taking a cautious approach to trade negotiations, prioritizing evaluation over immediate engagement.
  • The postponement suggests potential disagreements or concerns regarding the impact of the tariffs on the proposed trade pact.

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