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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal initiated pivotal talks with the US Trade Representative to finalize a comprehensive trade deal. Despite negotiations, India's trade surplus with the US dropped by 40%, accompanied by a surge in American imports like electronic components and petroleum products. Indian agricultural groups remain concerned about subsidized US farm imports. The outcome will test India's ability to balance strategic partnerships while protecting domestic agricultural sectors.
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