India-US interim deal text to be final this month; Goyal says signing by March

India and the United States are on track to finalize a key interim trade deal by the end of this month, following a joint statement issued on February 7. The Indian delegation, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, will travel to the US next week to work on the legal text of the agreement. This development highlights the growing economic ties between the two nations, with expectations that the deal will pave the way for enhanced trade relations and cooperation across various sectors. Officials are optimistic about completing the negotiations by March, which could have significant implications for both economies, especially amidst ongoing global trade challenges. The interim pact is seen as a stepping stone towards a more comprehensive trade agreement that could further deepen bilateral ties and stimulate economic growth in both countries.