India has finalised the framework for a trade agreement with the US, but Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal stated its progress depends on resolving tariff-related issues.
Tariff-related issues are the last hurdle, says Goyal
Jun 21, 2026
11:13 am
What's the storyCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said the proposed trade agreement between India and the US cannot be implemented until a competitive advantage is secured.
He said tariff-related issues are the last hurdle in negotiations.
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