A delegation led by Commerce and Industries Minister visited the United States of America from 22-24th September 2025. The Minister had meetings with Ambassador Jamieson Greer, United States Trade Representative and Mr. Sergio Gor, U.S. Ambassador designate to India. Apart from meetings with the U.S. Government representatives on bilateral trade matters, the delegation held discussions with key U.S. based businesses and investors on promoting trade and investment between India and the United States.

The delegation had constructive meetings with the U.S. Government on various aspects of the deal. Both sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal and it was decided to continue the engagements with a view to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement.

The meetings with businesses and investors evoked positive response. The business leaders reposed confidence in the India growth story and expressed their desire to intensify their business activities in India.

Trade Agreement negotiations progress as bilateral talks continue to shape contours and deepen commercial engagement. A ministerial delegation engaged senior government counterparts to exchange views on possible contours of a Trade Agreement and agreed to continue consultations aimed at early conclusion, while parallel meetings with U.S. businesses signalled investor confidence and intent to intensify commercial activity to promote trade and investment.