New Delhi, Nov 18: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said India would move ahead on the proposed trade agreement with the US only when the pact is “fair, equitable and balanced”. Speaking at an event in Delhi, Goyal said people would “hear good news” on the deal once these conditions were met.
He emphasised that India would safeguard the interests of key domestic sectors. “India will protect the interests of farmers and fishermen in the agreement,” the minister said, noting that negotiations were ongoing.
Goyal’s comments came a day after NEC Director Kevin Hassett expressed optimism that the trade deal could be reached “soon”, despite geopolitical complications involving India’s relations with Russia. Negotiations between the two countries have been underway since March, with six rounds completed so far.
