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India–US Trade Deal: Who Really Wins The Tariff War?
18% tariffs, Bangladesh’s edge, WTO pressure, and Trump’s hardball tactics. Trade expert Abhijit Das breaks down why the much-hyped deal may hurt Indian exporters more than it hopes to help
Feb 11, 2026 · 1 min read
Is the India-US trade deal really a breakthrough, or another costly compromise? With 18% reciprocal tariffs, uneven commitments, and fresh competition from Bangladesh, Indian exporters face a tougher road than expected.
Trade expert Abhijit Das explains why the interim pact looks structurally imbalanced, how Washington is using bilateral deals to shape global rules at the WTO, and what this means for textiles, engineering goods, pharmaceuticals, and energy ties. From Russian oil to digital trade, this conversation cuts through the hype and asks the hard question: at what cost does India access the US market?
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