Press Release, 3 February 2026
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has welcomed recent progress toward a potential trade agreement between the United States and India, calling it a long-awaited step that could strengthen economic ties and create opportunities for businesses in both nations.
In a statement, Suzanne P. Clark, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber, congratulated both governments for moving toward the reduction of tariffs and non-tariff barriers, measures that would make cross-border trade smoother and more beneficial for companies and workers alike. Clark commended President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and key diplomats, including Ambassadors Kwatra and Gor, for their role in advancing the talks. She expressed optimism that this development marks the first step toward a broader, comprehensive trade agreement, one that could further unlock private sector innovation and collaboration between the two largest democracies in the world.
Clark also highlighted the Chamber’s commitment to supporting the process, noting that the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC) and member companies will work closely with both governments to ensure the deal’s successful implementation. She underscored that deeper economic cooperation between the U.S. and India is not only vital for mutual growth but also crucial to global stability and security.
The Chamber’s statement follows Clark’s visit to Delhi and Mumbai last year, where she met with Indian officials and business leaders to advocate for stronger trade relations. She emphasized that the U.S.-India economic partnership ranks among the most influential global relationships, with immense potential to drive innovation, create jobs, and shape future supply chains.
Representing a vast network of businesses from small enterprises to global corporations—the U.S. Chamber of Commerce reiterated its century-long mission: to champion pro-business policies that foster growth, competitiveness, and prosperity both at home and abroad.
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