India-US Trade Deal Talks Near Final Stage, Says USTR Greer
Summary
India-US trade agreement talks have entered the final stage, with USTR Jamieson Greer saying both sides are working through the remaining sticking points. Narendra Modi and Donald Trump held a constructive call, while Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal continued bilateral discussions with US officials.
Key Points
- India-US bilateral trade negotiations have reached the final stage, though no formal announcement is expected immediately.
- Jamieson Greer said Narendra Modi and Donald Trump had a constructive call and may speak again soon.
- Piyush Goyal met Greer at the G20 Trade Ministers Meeting to push for an early interim agreement.
- India and the US finalized the framework for the first phase in February, but tariff changes in the US have delayed completion.
.png)