India-U.S. Trade Deal: Only 1% Remains! Why The Final Stretch Is The Toughest For Modi And Trump

India and the United States are on the cusp of a landmark trade deal, with only 1% of negotiations remaining. While officials aim to double trade to $500 billion by 2030, the final stretch is proving explosive as both nations navigate sensitive issues in agriculture, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals. Beyond tariffs, this agreement acts as a strategic blueprint for defense, semiconductors, and diversifying global supply chains away from China. Under President Trump’s transactional approach, every concession carries a price tag. As Delhi and Washington balance mutual strategic gains with domestic protectionism, this deal underscores that while personal rapport between Modi and Trump opens doors, the future of this partnership remains firmly rooted in hard-headed business.