India ‘a bit uncooperative’ in trade talks, says US Treasury Secretary Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said several major trade agreements remain on the table, with deals involving Switzerland and India still unfinished, and described India as “a bit recalcitrant” in negotiations.

Speaking to Fox Business Network’s Kudlow, Bessent said the Trump administration is aiming to wrap up the trade talks by the end of October. “That’s aspirational, but I think we are in a good position,” he said.

While he did not elaborate on the sticking points with New Delhi, Bessent acknowledged that discussions with the South Asian nation have been more difficult than with other partners. “I think we can be, we will have agreed on substantial terms with all the substantial countries,” he said, adding that progress was being made despite the challenges.

– Ends