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India US Trade Deal Will Happen In Weeks Not Months Says Marco Rubio
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News18•20-10-2026, 21:10
India US Trade Deal Will Happen In Weeks Not Months Says Marco Rubio
- •US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated in an exclusive interview with Network18 that the India-US trade deal is in its final stages and will be announced in weeks rather than months.
- •Rubio emphasized that technical work and consensus on language remain to ensure both nations interpret the agreement identically before final announcement.
- •He highlighted that the agreement must be mutually beneficial and sustainable in the long term for both countries.
- •Rubio noted that while trade agreements aim to secure better rates than existing ones, ensuring a lasting and sustainable economic relationship is paramount.
- •He affirmed that both India and the US will naturally fight for their respective national interests during the negotiations.
Key Questions Answered
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the trade agreement is expected to be announced in a matter of weeks rather than months, noting that negotiations are currently in their final stages.
Rubio explained that some technical aspects remain to be worked out. Both countries must ensure complete consensus and confirm that the agreement's written language carries the exact same meaning for both parties before an official announcement.
While Marco Rubio mentioned that he is monitoring the entire process closely, he clarified that he is not personally negotiating the deal, as it is being handled by the US Trade Representative.
