Trade Minister Piyush Goyal reiterated that India is approaching trade talks with an open, yet confident, outlook.
India continues to resist pressures on opening its agricultural and dairy sectors.
He emphasized that U.S. tariffs, currently at 50%, reflect a transactional instability in trade dynamics.
Goyal reaffirmed the importance of India–U.S. ties, independent of other global engagements.
The U.S. delegation’s cancellation may add complexity, but dialogue channels remain active.
The statement reinforces India’s stance on self-reliance and strategic balance.
Farmers and small businesses are clearly placed at the negotiation forefront.
Policy continuity remains central in navigating current friction.
Investors are monitoring for clarity on export exposure and relie
f mechanisms.
The message aims to project resolve while signaling readiness for engagement.