US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is escalating trade tensions with India, threatening market access unless it buys US corn. Despite India’s self-sufficiency and concerns over genetically-modified crops, Lutnick accuses India of unfair trade practices. This hardline stance, criticized by some as misrepresentative, risks straining relations even where accommodation is possible, as trade disputes continue. Post navigation India-Russia trade: Western exit creates space for Indian exporters; ITE Group CEO sees $100 bn goal US-China trade meet: High-level talks begin in Madrid; tariffs and TikTok top the table
