In a bid to secure a more favorable trade deal than other Asian economies, India is reportedly set to host the top U.S. trade diplomat for a two-day discussion.
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Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is scheduled to visit India on Tuesday to finalize a crucial trade agreement, reported Reuters on Monday.
This follows a meeting between India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump on June 17, on the sidelines of the G-7 meeting, marking their first interaction in over a year.
India is keen on gaining a competitive tariff advantage over other Asian nations, including ASEAN members such as Vietnam.
