Former U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that a significant trade agreement with India could be on the horizon, shortly after concluding a trade pact with China.Speaking at a White House event on June 26 focused on a government spending initiative, Trump hinted at expanding economic partnerships, with India possibly next in line.

We’ve just signed a deal with China,” Trump said, addressing the audience. “We’re not looking to make deals with everyone, but some great ones are in the pipeline. One may soon be with India — a very big one.
While he stopped short of sharing specific details, Trump emphasized the scale of potential cooperation. “We’re going to open up India,” he remarked. “Just like we’ve started opening China through our new trade agreement. These are things that were once considered impossible.
Trump’s comments come amid a broader shift in global trade strategy, as the United States continues to diversify its economic alliances, particularly with large and emerging economies like India, which is now the world’s fifth-largest economy.
The former president’s statements indicate a strong desire to build a more balanced trade framework while also applying pressure on countries that do not engage on favorable terms.
There are some countries we won’t be making deals with,” Trump said. “They’ll receive a letter—‘Thank you very much’—and then face tariffs of 25%, 35%, even 45%.”India and the U.S. have shared growing economic ties over recent years, especially in areas like defense, technology, pharmaceuticals, and services.
If realized, such a trade agreement could significantly boost bilateral cooperation, enhance market access, and signal a renewed phase of U.S.–India economic engagement.