India has slashed tariffs on bourbon whisky to 100% from 150%, a move that will benefit imports of brands like Suntory's Jim Beam, after U.S. President Donald Trump's criticised "unfair" levies in the South Asian market.

President Trump met with Indian leader Narendra Modi, who has praised him in hopes of avoiding tariffs the administration slapped on other countries.

As two-way trade expands, India’s surplus is growing. President Trump is expected to press Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lower tariffs.