'We don't intend to rush': India rejects quick US trade deal, pushes for better terms

Representative imageIndia has refused to rush into a quick trade agreement with the United States, choosing instead to hold out for more favourable terms despite mounting pressure from Washington, according to a Reuters report. Officials and trade experts also said that New Delhi's stronger economic outlook, expanding trade partnerships and recent political gains have strengthened its negotiating position. The decision came after months of negotiations failed to produce an interim trade pact during US trade representative Jamieson Greer's visit to New Delhi last month, despite both sides expecting a limited agreement to be within reach.The talks stalled because Washington did not meet New Delhi's key demands, including a tariff advantage over competitors such as China and assurances that n