<h1>India maintains firm stance on agriculture and dairy sectors in US trade negotiations</h1> India has established firm positions on key sectors including agriculture and dairy for a proposed interim trade agreement with the United States, with sources indicating the decision now rests with Washington. The agreement could be announced before July 9, marking the end of a 90-day suspension period for additional tariffs. The US imposed a 26 percent reciprocal tariff on Indian goods in April but suspended it temporarily. India seeks full exemption from these tariffs while maintaining its stance against opening sensitive sectors like dairy. Both countries are negotiating duty concessions across various sectors, with bilateral trade valued at $131.84 billion in 2024-25. The Commerce Minister emphasized that any agreement must serve national interests and benefit both parties equally.