India-US Trade Deal Lowers Tariffs for India, Pakistan Faces Higher Rates

The recent India-US trade deal reduced tariffs on Indian exports from 50% to 18%, while Pakistan faces a 19% tariff despite extensive diplomatic efforts. India's agreement followed a direct call between Prime Ministers Modi and Trump, securing commitments on energy and technology imports. Pakistan's outreach, including high-level lobbying and symbolic gestures, failed to yield similar relief, prompting domestic criticism and debate over its diplomatic approach and influence with the US. The deal highlights differing strategic outcomes for the two neighbors amid ongoing geopolitical dynamics.