India and US Confirm Ongoing Engagement in Bilateral Trade Agreement Talks

India's Commerce Ministry has denied reports of a pause in trade talks with the United States, affirming ongoing engagement for a mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement. This clarification follows the US Trade Representative's launch of Section 301 investigations into industrial policies of 16 countries, including India. Despite recent US tariffs and investigations, both nations continue discussions, having recently announced a framework for an interim agreement aimed at advancing reciprocal trade commitments.