India-US trade pact to be concluded at earliest, FM Sitharaman says

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has indicated that negotiations on the India-US trade agreement are moving forward positively. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal added that legal drafting for the initial phase is currently in progress, signalling momentum in the bilateral discussions.

Sitharaman emphasized the importance of concluding the pact at the earliest opportunity in the interest of global trade. She also addressed broader trade concerns, including existing trade imbalances and restrictions on market access related to China.

The FM stressed that infrastructure investments remain critical for driving economic growth, even as the global economy faces headwinds. The remarks underscore India's commitment to progressing trade negotiations with the United States while managing broader economic challenges.