While India dreams of becoming a new factory to the world, its manufacturers are struggling to find skilled workers, secure components and overcome red tape.

The visit comes against the backdrop of an intensifying trade war between the US and China with President Donald Trump placing tariffs of up to 145% on Chinese goods, with levies on some goods possibly reaching 245%. China has hit back with tariffs of 125% on US products.

JD Vance, Vice President of the U.S., will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Apr 21 during a four-day trip focused on strengthening bilateral trade relationships, as per the press release. This trip comes at a time when both countries are trying to finalize a trade agreement after a 90-day lull on imports from the U.