Trump’s Trade War Shakes Asia—Why India’s Red Carpet for Vance Sends a Powerful Signal?
U.S. Vice President JD Vance started his four-day visit to India on Monday. He is expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to talk about finalizing a trade deal with the U.S. quickly, as India tries to avoid high tariffs from the Trump administration.
This visit is also meant to boost the growing relationship between the two countries.
Vance’s visit to India is partly official and partly personal. He is traveling with his family, and his trip includes visiting popular tourist spots like the Taj Mahal and attending a wedding in Jaipur.
His wife, Usha Vance, has Indian roots—she is the daughter of Indian immigrants.
He arrived at New Delhi’s Palam airport after making a stop in Rome, where he had a private meeting with Pope Francis on Easter Sunday.
During this trip, Va...