India's Strategic Approach to International Trade Negotiations: Minister Piyush Goyal Emphasizes National Interest Over Pressure

Oct 24, 2025 08:16 pm CST

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal firmly declares that India approaches international trade agreements with deliberation rather than haste, actively engaging with the EU and US while prioritizing national interests. Speaking at the Berlin Dialogue, Goyal emphasized India's sovereignty in determining trading partners and exploring new markets, notably amid pressure regarding Russian oil imports.