Number: RL34161 Title: India-U.S. Economic and Trade Relations Authors: Michael F. Martin and K. Alan Kronstadt, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report provides a summary of India's current political climate (with a focus on its effects on the nation's economic and trade policies), its economic condition and policies, the recent trends in bilateral trade and foreign direct investment, and key economic and trade issues between India and the United States. Where suitable, the report also compares India to China to provide a different perspective on U.S. relations with both nations. Pages: 63 Date: August 31, 2007