High-Level Meeting in New Delhi
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal met in New Delhi on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, to advance negotiations on the Interim Agreement originally launched by President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting took place at Vanijya Bhawan, the headquarters of the Department of Commerce.
The official account of the US Embassy in India stated on X that the discussions remain focused on securing a fair, reciprocal trade deal that opens markets for American exporters and delivers benefits to both nations. Ambassador Greer was accompanied by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and a senior American trade delegation.
Focus on Interim and Bilateral Agreements
According to the US Embassy's post on X, the high-level meeting centered on moving forward with both the interim deal and a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). The post read: "@USTradeRep Jamieson Greer and Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry @PiyushGoyal met in New Delhi today to advance negotiations on the Interim Agreement launched by President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. The United States remains focused on securing a fair, reciprocal trade deal that opens markets for American exporters and delivers benefits to both nations."
Minister Goyal welcomed the visiting American officials to the Department of Commerce, expressing optimism about the future of the trade relationship. In a post on X, he said: "Warm welcome to @USTradeRep Amb Jamieson Greer, @USAmbIndia Amb Sergio Gor and their delegation to @DoC_GoI. Looking forward to productive discussions on the bilateral trade agreement between India and US."
US Ambassador Highlights Path to Finalization
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor emphasized that the ongoing discussions will pave the way toward finalizing the trade deal between the two countries. In a post on X, he stated: "Great to be with Minister @PiyushGoyal and @USTradeRep Ambassador Greer today in New Delhi. Ongoing discussions on finalizing the trade deal between the US and India."
In another post, Gor welcomed Greer's visit to India and noted that finalizing the bilateral trade agreement will "unlock new economic opportunities for both countries and significantly deepen the U.S.-India economic partnership." He added: "Welcome to India, @USTradeRep Ambassador Greer! Great to have you here as we drive forward our ambitious trade agenda. We are moving decisively toward finalizing a strong bilateral trade agreement that will unlock new economic opportunities for both countries and significantly deepen the U.S.-India economic partnership."
Delegation and Optimism Ahead of Greer's Visit
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer arrived at Vanijya Bhavan in the National Capital on Tuesday to meet with Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. The US Trade Representative was accompanied by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and a US trade delegation. Gor expressed optimism ahead of Greer's two-day India visit, which aims to strengthen economic ties between the two nations.
The discussions are part of ongoing efforts to finalize a comprehensive trade agreement that addresses market access, tariff reductions, and other trade barriers, benefiting both American exporters and Indian industries.
