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India US trade talks restart next round but Section 301 probe blocks any deal
Economy
Published on 11 May 2026
A trade deal can wait until an investigation ends
India is expecting a US trade delegation for the next round of talks covering all pending issues, including the Section 301 probe. Washington launched the investigation in March, citing India’s alleged excess capacity in multiple sectors. Officials say any proposed trade deal will not move forward until the probe reaches a conclusion, keeping negotiations in limbo.
- US delegation expected for the next India US trade talks
- Section 301 probe remains the main obstacle
- Deal progress is contingent on the investigation concluding
- Probe began in March over alleged excess capacity
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