Wto Deal

John Kerry optimistic on signing WTO deal with India, hours before deadline

"I am an optimist, I am hopeful that within the period of today... there is a common ground that is found," US Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker, accompanying Secretary of State John Kerry during annual strategic talks with India, told NDTV.

India won't back WTO protocol unless food subsidy concerns addressed

India will not support a trade protocol ahead of a July 31 deadline unless concerns about its food subsidies are met, two senior government officials said on Wednesday, a position that threatens to derail a landmark global trade deal. <br />