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US-India Trade Deal Expected in Weeks, Says Marco Rubio
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News18•20-10-2026, 23:24
US-India Trade Deal Expected in Weeks, Says Marco Rubio
- •US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed in an exclusive interview that the India-US trade deal is incredibly close to finalization.
- •Rubio stated that the announcement is expected in a matter of weeks rather than months, with only minor technical details remaining to be resolved.
- •He emphasized the importance of ensuring every detail is fully agreed upon by both sides before making an official announcement.
- •Highlighting the significance of Mumbai, Rubio described it as the financial heart and soul of India and a crucial hub for US trade relations.
- •Rubio expressed optimism about future cooperation between the two nations and stated his intention to visit India again.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated in an exclusive interview that the India-US trade deal is expected to be finalized in a matter of weeks rather than months, noting that it is incredibly close and currently down to final technical details.
Marco Rubio explained that negotiators are down to working out technical details to ensure both sides agree that the language means the exact same thing before any formal announcement is made.
Rubio noted that Mumbai is the financial heart and soul of the country and home to many companies investing with the United States, making it a logical and crucial location to visit for fostering stronger bilateral trade.
