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Vance Meets Modi Amid India's Tariff Relief Push
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in New Delhi for talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aiming to accelerate a bilateral trade deal amid global trade tensions. The discussions will address regional and global issues while navigating Washington's tariff policies. Vance, accompanied by his wife Usha and their children, visited Delhi's Akshardham temple ahead of formal meetings. Modi will host a dinner for the vice president following their discussions. The visit comes as countries negotiate trade deals before the July 9 expiration of President Donald Trump's temporary tariff pause. India recently reduced tariffs on some US goods but maintains a $45 billion trade surplus. Bilateral trade between the US and India reached $190 billion last year, with both nations targeting $500 billion in future trade. Vance's trip precedes Trump's expected visit later this year for the Quad summit. Indian officials expressed optimism that the talks would strengthen ties between the two nations. Vance is also scheduled to tour Agra and Jaipur with his family during his stay.