Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Modi Stands Firm on Farmers Amid US Trade Tensions
Prime Minister Modi said India will protect its farmers and fishermen in trade talks with the US.
The US wants India to lower taxes on farm and dairy products.
This is happening because the US has put high taxes on Indian goods, causing disagreement.
India and the US are trying to double their trade by 2030.
Discussions are ongoing, but the US has delayed the next meeting.
India's exports to America are still growing.
PM Modi stated India will not compromise on the interests of farmers and fishermen.
These remarks are related to ongoing negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement with the US.
The US seeks duty concessions from India in agriculture and dairy sectors.
The US has imposed tariffs on Indian goods, with 50% tariffs coming into effect.
India's exports to the US rose 19.94% to $8.01 billion in July.
- Who
- PM Narendra Modi, the US
- What
- PM Modi stated India will not compromise on the interests of farmers and fishermen amid trade talks with the US.
- When
- Friday
- Where
- India
- Why
- To protect farmers, fishermen, and in the context of ongoing trade negotiations.
India's Perspective
US Perspective
Trade Negotiations
India's Perspective
Prioritizes protecting farmers and fishermen.
US Perspective
The US seeks trade concessions.
Tariff Disputes
India's Perspective
India seeks to safeguard its economic interests and domestic agricultural sectors.
US Perspective
The US aims for reduced tariffs to increase access for its goods.
- Key Figures
- PM Narendra Modi, President Trump
- Focus
- Protecting farmers and fishermen
- Context
- Bilateral trade agreement (BTA) negotiations with the US
- US Demand
- Duty concessions in agriculture and dairy sectors
- US Tariffs
- 50% on Indian goods from August 27
- Bilateral Trade
- $131.8 billion in 2024-25
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Modi Stands Firm to Protect Farmers, livestock rearers, Fishermen: PM
