THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
MUMBAI, FEBRUARY 3, 2026
Kumar Mangalam
Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, has welcomed the Indo–US trade
announcement, calling it a timely and strategic step that will deepen bilateral
economic ties, spur investments and open new avenues for manufacturing
collaboration between the two nations.
Applauding the leadership behind the
agreement, Birla said the decision signals a shared commitment to long-term
economic cooperation. “I applaud Prime Minister Modi and President Trump for
today’s trade announcement. The reduced tariffs will help strengthen the
strategic and economic ties between our two great countries and provide
additional opportunity for investment and collaboration,” he said.
Highlighting the Aditya Birla Group’s
strong footprint in the United States, Birla noted that the agreement would
play a pivotal role in building resilient global supply chains and enhancing
competitiveness. “The Aditya Birla Group is the largest Indian investor in the
U.S., and we see this agreement help shape more resilient supply chains, unlock
manufacturing opportunities and drive long-term economic competitiveness in
both the U.S. and India,” he added.
Reaffirming the conglomerate’s growth
ambitions, Birla underscored the Group’s commitment to expanding its presence
in the American market. “We are committed to expanding our presence and
investments in the U.S., where we see substantial opportunities for innovation,
growth and enduring partnerships,” he said.
The Aditya Birla Group has invested
over USD 15 billion in the United States, making it India’s largest investor in
the country. Industry observers believe the Indo–US trade announcement, coupled
with tariff rationalisation, is poised to accelerate cross-border investments
and reinforce the two economies as key partners in global manufacturing and
supply chains.
