India open for tariff negotiation: White House

Washington says trade negotiations with a number of its trading partners are "very close to the finish line," signaling optimism that agreements could be reached within the next few weeks.

Speaking to Fox Business on Monday, Chairperson of the U.S. National Economic Council Kevin Hassett said that the U.S. is closing in on trade deals with several countries.

Regarding negotiations with India, Hassett said that while it's "up to the negotiators," India is showing a "very open attitude."

He also voiced his hope that India will become a good negotiation model for "other countries in Asia."