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Trump Calls U.S.-India Trade Relationship a 'Totally One-Sided Disaster'

The U.S. president criticized India, and prospects for a trade deal appear weaker after Modi's China visit for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

Summary

The prospects of a U.S.-India trade deal look slimmer as the U.S. president lambasted India, calling their trade relationship a 'totally one-sided disaster.' The remarks followed Modi's visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

Terms & Concepts
  • Tariff: A tax on imported goods; highlighted by the 'Tariff Watch' framing in the text.
  • Bilateral trade: Trade between two nations; here referring to U.S.-India trade ties described as 'totally one-sided.'
  • Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO): A regional organization referenced in the text; Modi visited China for it.