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CMs welcome trade deal with US, hail boost to Make in India, global market access

IANS | February 03, 2026 11:20 AM

NEW DELHI: The landmark India-United States trade agreement, which lowers US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent, has drawn widespread praise from leaders across the country on Tuesday, who described it as a major step forward for India’s manufacturing sector, exporters, MSMEs and youth.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister hailed the development as a defining moment in bilateral economic ties.

Posting on X, CM Yogi said on Tuesday, “A landmark moment for the India-US economic partnership. A major boost to #MakeInIndia, as Indian products will gain wider global market access, creating fresh opportunities for Indian youth and MSMEs. Thank you, Hon. PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, for your decisive and determined leadership in advancing stronger India-US ties. This milestone reflects rising global confidence in Made in India and reinforces India’s position as a key driver of global growth.”

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma congratulated PM Modi and US President Trump. In a post on X, he wrote, "The world is looking at India with hope and optimism. This is yet again reflected in the latest advancements in the India-USA friendship."

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