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India Pledges to Safeguard Farmers, Dairy, and Workers in Trade Talks
11 Nov
Summary
- India will not compromise interests of farmers, dairy, and workers in trade deals
- India seeking new markets like Russia for fishery sector facing US tariff issues
- Trade deal can happen anytime, government preparing for any contingency
On November 11, 2025, India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal reaffirmed the government's commitment to protecting the interests of farmers, dairy, and workers in trade deals. Addressing the Udyog Samagam 2025 conference, Goyal stated that India is not willing to compromise these domestic interests as it works towards securing a "fair, equitable, and balanced trade deal."
The minister also revealed that India is actively seeking new markets, such as Russia, for its fishery sector, which has been facing challenges due to steep tariffs imposed by the United States. Goyal emphasized that the government is prepared for any contingency and is working towards a favorable trade agreement, though the timeline remains uncertain. "It can happen tomorrow, it can happen next month, it can happen next year," he said, underscoring the government's proactive approach to safeguarding the country's economic interests.
