Exporters keep tabs on USTR probe, trade talks

NEW DELHI: Indian exporters are keeping close tabs on the US Trade Representative’s investigations and the talks for a bilateral trade deal, which they expect will put them at an advantage compared to some of their rivals from other countries. While they are not too worried with the latest proposal to impose 12.5% tariffs on 54 countries, what bothers them is the same levy on China. But, most are questioning the findings and arguing that India is not a country that allows goods using forced labour. “India has a robust legal framework governing labour standards and committed to responsible business…