Goyal Says Talks With U.S. Commerce Secretary Focused on Boosting Economic Partnership
NEW DELHI, India — Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said he held “very fruitful discussions” with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and the U.S. Ambassador to India aimed at expanding trade and strengthening economic ties between the two countries.
In a post on social media, Goyal said he hosted the U.S. commerce secretary and the ambassador for discussions focused on deepening bilateral engagement and enhancing cooperation across key economic areas.
“Hosted US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. Engaged in very fruitful discussions to expand our trade and economic partnership,” Goyal wrote.
The meeting comes as India continues to push for a larger global trade presence and closer economic relationships with strategic partners. The government has been working to improve market access for Indian businesses and integrate more deeply into global value chains.
Earlier, Goyal said India has concluded nine free trade agreements covering 38 countries, providing Indian businesses preferential access to nearly two-thirds of global trade. He said these agreements are helping Indian goods, services, agricultural and fisheries products, and labor-intensive sectors reach new markets while also supporting talent mobility.
Goyal has emphasized that the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision is not about economic isolation, but about building resilient, trusted, and diversified supply chains through global engagement. He has repeatedly urged entrepreneurs and industry leaders to ensure that global opportunities reach MSMEs, farmers, exporters, and fishermen across the country.
Speaking recently at the 27th edition of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards in Mumbai, Goyal said India’s growth trajectory will continue to be driven by its entrepreneurs and youth. He expressed confidence that young Indians will play a leading role during the “Amrit Kaal” as the country moves toward becoming a developed economy by 2047. (Source: IANS)
