India and the US are hashing out a trade deal that could make it easier for American genetically modified (GM) crops to enter the Indian market. One idea on the table? Letting US exporters "self-certify" that their shipments meet India’s GM-free rules—a potential win for US farmers but a tricky balancing act for India’s domestic agriculture policies.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about paperwork—it’s a high-stakes dance between India’s cautious approach to GM foods and America’s push for open markets. If the self-certification plan goes through, it could speed up trade but might rattle Indian farmers and consumer groups wary of GM products. The outcome could set the tone for future US-India deals, so both sides are treading carefully.

The US just locked in a trade deal with Vietnam and is eyeing India next—part of a broader strategy to sideline China in global trade. Beijing’s sweating as Washington rallies allies to cut Chinese firms out of supply chains, accusing China of playing dirty on trade.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about tariffs—it’s a high-stakes chess game. If the US keeps pulling countries into its orbit, China could lose its grip on global supply chains, reshaping everything from your smartphone’s price to which factories stay open. Worth watching if you care about where your stuff comes from (or the next economic cold war).