Bangladesh, Jan. 12 -- Trade negotiations between the United States and India are set to resume this week, marking a renewed attempt by the two countries to resolve differences that have strained one of the worlds most consequential bilateral economic relationships. The announcement was made on January 12 by Sergio Gor, the US ambassador-designate to New Delhi, who emphasized that despite recent frictions, the partnership between Washington and New Delhi remains anchored “at the highest level.”

According to Gor, discussions on a proposed trade agreement will restart on January 13, following several inconclusive rounds held over the past year. The talks come against the backdrop of a sharp escalation in trade tensions after th...