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Rubio's Jamnagar Visit: Venezuelan Crude Could Shape India-US Trade Deal

timesnownews.com — October 21, 2026 at 08:01 AM UTC

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested India could refine Venezuelan crude to help bridge trade negotiations with the US, highlighting the country's refining capabilities during a Mumbai visit. Rubio noted India's Jamnagar refinery, operated by Reliance Industries, can process heavy Venezuelan crude, citing pre-existing concessions and willingness to cooperate despite sanctions impediments. His comments followed optimism from President Trump for an early but "different" trade deal. India has offered an 18% tariff while protecting sensitive sectors like dairy and agriculture, with energy potentially serving as a balancing factor. A US sanctions waiver for Russian oil expires in 60 days, making Venezuelan crude a strategic alternative.

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