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commerce-secretary
Trade India in 'regular contact' with US on trade deal, says Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said India remains in regular contact with the US on the bilateral trade agreement. The first phase, finalised in February, awaits US movement on tariff advantage. India exported $87 billion goods to the US in FY26.
Trade India Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal to Visit Chile This Month to Review CEPA Talks: Official
India's Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will visit Chile this month to review progress on CEPA negotiations, according to an official cited by The Economic Times. The proposed CEPA would widen the 2006 PTA to cover digital services, MSMEs, investment and critical minerals. India is also pursuing a PTA with Mercosur and possible pacts with Mexico and Kenya.
Trade India's trade with West Asia gradually improving: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal
India's merchandise exports to West Asia recovered in May 2026, reaching nearly the same level as May 2025, according to Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal. The improvement follows a severe decline in March and April due to the US-Iran conflict. Exports to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria, and Yemen posted growth, while imports from Saudi Arabia and Oman surged.