The United States Trade Representative (USTR) will visit India on June 22 to resume talks on the proposed India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), with discussions scheduled for June 23-24 between USTR and Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal, commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday, June 15, 2026, according to livemint.com.
Agrawal told a media briefing that the upcoming discussions are expected to focus on finalizing the framework of the trade deal. The USTR’s visit follows earlier phases of negotiation and is seen as a critical step toward concluding the agreement. The talks will be held in New Delhi, where both sides aim to address remaining issues and align on key terms.
The India-US BTA is a significant trade initiative aimed at enhancing bilateral commerce and investment flows between the two countries. The deal could impact sectors ranging from agriculture to technology, reflecting ongoing efforts to deepen economic ties. Previous rounds of talks have highlighted differences on tariffs and market access, making this session pivotal for resolving outstanding matters.
The USTR’s arrival on June 22 and the scheduled meetings with Minister Goyal on June 23-24 mark the next concrete milestone in the trade negotiations. Commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal’s statement on June 15 confirmed the focus on finalizing the deal’s framework during this visit.