India, US begin 3-day trade talks Dec 10; tariffs on agenda

• India and the US will hold three-day talks on the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement starting December 10.
• The US delegation will be led by Deputy United States Trade Representative (USTR) Rick Switzer.
• These talks are critical due to existing US tariffs on Indian goods, which have impacted India's exports.
• India aims for a framework trade deal this year to address reciprocal tariffs and boost exports.
• The long-term goal is to more than double bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030.

Why It Matters: India-US trade talks are crucial for resolving tariffs and expanding economic ties.