India-US Trade Deal Likely to Be Finalised Soon, Says External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that a comprehensive trade agreement between India and the United States is likely to be sealed soon. The talks, which have been progressing over the past months, cover a range of sectors including technology, agriculture and services. Jaishankar added that both governments are close to agreeing on the key terms that will boost bilateral trade. The deal is expected to open new avenues for Indian exporters and strengthen economic ties with the world’s largest economy.