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Piyush Goyal Holds Key Virtual Talks to Boost India's Global Trade Ties

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held a series of virtual meetings with key international counterparts to strengthen trade and bilateral relations. He discussed enhancing strategic partnerships with the UAE's Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi and advancing FTA negotiations with Chile's Francisco Perez Mackenna. Further talks were held with the GCC's Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi and Kuwait's Osama Khaled Boodai to expand economic collaboration across sectors. Additionally, Goyal addressed the launch of the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal and indicated new government measures are being prepared to help exporters navigate disruptions from the West Asia conflict.

Key Points: Piyush Goyal Strengthens India's Trade Ties in Virtual Talks

  • Virtual talks with UAE, Chile, GCC & Kuwait
  • Focus on advancing FTA negotiations
  • Launch of India-USA Trade Portal
  • New export measures for West Asia disruptions
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Piyush Goyal discusses bilateral ties and trade with world leaders

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal held virtual meetings with leaders from UAE, Chile, GCC, and Kuwait to advance trade agreements and bilateral cooperation.

"We discussed opportunities to further strengthen India-UAE trade ties and expand avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation. - Piyush Goyal"

New Delhi, April 8

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said he had meaningful virtual interactions with several world leaders to further strengthen bilateral ties and trade.

Goyal has a "constructive virtual interaction" with Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, the UAE.

"We discussed opportunities to further strengthen India-UAE trade ties and expand avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation. Look forward to advancing our strategic partnership to new heights," the minister said on social media platform X.

Goyal also interacted with Francisco Perez Mackenna, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Chile.

"Discussed advancing our FTA negotiations and explored avenues to further strengthen bilateral ties and trade. Look forward to deepening our collaboration and concluding a mutually beneficial agreement soon," he informed.

He also had a productive virtual interaction with Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

"We discussed strengthening India-GCC cooperation across various sectors and reaffirmed our shared commitment to enhancing economic and strategic ties," said Goyal.

He also had a fruitful virtual meeting with Osama Khaled Boodai, Minister of Commerce and Industry of Kuwait.

"Exchanged views on expanding bilateral trade relations and deepening collaboration across key sectors," said Goyal.

He also virtually addressed the launch of the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal.

"It is a forward-looking initiative that will enable direct engagement between Indian exporters & US importers, providing greater opportunities to further deepen our bilateral trade partnership," said Commerce Minister.

Meanwhile, Goyal recently said the government is preparing a fresh set of measures to help Indian exporters navigate disruptions in global trade caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He indicated that several decisions are currently under consideration across ministries and are likely to be announced soon.

- IANS

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Sarah B
The India-USA Trade Portal is a smart move. Reducing friction for exporters can really boost our tech and pharma sectors. More such digital initiatives are needed!
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Vikram M
While expanding global ties is good, I hope the minister is equally focused on easing the compliance burden for our own MSMEs. Sometimes domestic issues get sidelined in these high-profile talks.
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Priya S
Chile FTA is interesting! Could open doors for our agriculture and give us access to lithium for batteries. Strategic thinking for the future. 🤞
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Rohit P
Promises are easy to make. We hear "meaningful interactions" often. Let's see the actual outcomes—more export orders, better terms for our farmers and manufacturers. Action speaks louder than tweets.
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Kavya N
The mention of measures for West Asia disruptions is vital. So many Indian businesses and workers depend on that region. Hope the support is swift and substantial.

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