New Delhi - India is finalising its trade strategy with the United States as Donald Trump prepares to return to office as President. The government is consulting with industry to identify export priorities, referred to as ‘offensive asks’, while keeping all options open, including a potential mini-trade deal and a response to Trump’s anticipated trade retaliation.

“We have asked the industry how they view trade with the US and the possible impact of Trump’s pronouncements. Their inputs will help us evaluate issues and determine offensive interests,” said an unidentified official as cited in . . .