Jaipur, April 22 -- In a strong signal amid global trade tensions, US Vice-President JD Vance confirmed that the United States and India have officially finalised the terms of reference for a comprehensive trade deal. The announcement came a day after Vance met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

Addressing an event in Jaipur, Vance said the Biden administration is committed to partnerships rooted in fairness and shared national interests. "We want partners who value their workers, build with us, and aim for a balanced, open, and fair global trade system," he said.

Highlighting shared economic and security goals with India, Vance said, "In India, America has a friend. We seek to deepen the strong ties between our two great nation...