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‘Important step’: US as Goyal begins Washington visit today

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September 22, 2025

The visit comes amid growing pressure on India to conclude a trade deal

- SHREYA NANDI

The United States (US) called Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to America for trade talks an “important step”, amid the growing pressure on India to conclude a trade deal.

“As President Donald Trump has said, the United States and India are continuing negotiations to address trade barriers between our two nations. This visit is an important step in the process. President Trump is certain our two countries can come to a successful conclusion,” a US Embassy spokesperson said in response to a query sent by Business Standard.

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