India-US Interim Trade Agreement Close To Completion, Says Piyush Goyal
The discussions are part of broader efforts to strengthen trade, investment, and supply-chain cooperation between the two countries: Reports
NEW DELHI: Signalling the progress in the ongoing bilateral economic negotiations between India and the United States, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal has said that an interim trade agreement between the two nations is close.
The update was shared during a closed-door interaction organised by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) in collaboration with the Consulate General of India in New York, where Goyal met over 50 global business and industry leaders.
Goyal, however, highlighted India's strong economic growth, policy reforms, and expanding opportunities for global investors. The minister also reiterated that investor confidence, regulatory stability, and long-term business predictability remain key priorities for the Indian government.
According to USISPF, the minister provided an encouraging assessment of the ongoing trade talks and assured stakeholders that an interim agreement between India and the US is nearing completion. The discussions are part of broader efforts to strengthen trade, investment, and supply-chain cooperation between the two countries.
The minister also engaged with senior global business leaders, including executives from Morgan Stanley, Warburg Pincus, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, and Mastercard, focusing on strengthening financial investments, digital commerce, pharmaceuticals, and innovation ecosystems.
