India-U.S. Trade Pact Nears Final Stage; Big Announcement Likely Before July 24 Deadline

India and the U.S. have intensified efforts to finalize a landmark bilateral trade agreement, with key meetings held in New Delhi between Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Negotiations are now believed to be in the final phase, with both sides aiming to conclude at least the first stage of the pact before the July 24 tariff deadline. India is seeking preferential treatment while safeguarding sensitive sectors, as both nations work to strengthen economic ties and unlock new trade opportunities through a mutually beneficial agreement.