India-US trade deal 'not imminent', Greer says
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has indicated that a trade deal with India is not imminent, stating that the two countries have identified the "universe of items" that are sticking points in the negotiations. Greer met with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers’ meeting in Milwaukee and described their discussion as "productive."
Despite this, Greer emphasized that there is no indication of an imminent deal, but the two sides are still working diligently towards reaching an agreement. President Trump and Prime Minister Modi may have another phone call to discuss the progress in the coming days. Goyal previously stated that the trade pact is "done and dusted" and will be executed once the United States provides India with the necessary competitive advantage.
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