“India-US Trade Agreement: Why Agriculture and Dairy Remain Red Lines for New Delhi”, The Sunday Guardian, February 07, 2026
“India-US Trade Agreement: India and the United States took another step forward in strengthening their bilateral partnership on Saturday with the finalisation of an interim trade agreement. One of the most notable outcomes of the framework was India’s firm decision to protect its agriculture and dairy sectors, which are among the most politically and economically sensitive areas of the Indian economy.
Soon after the agreement was announced, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal shared details on X, underlining the importance of safeguarding farmers’ interests. He wrote: “In the India-US trade agreement, dairy, fruits, vegetables, spices, and other grains have been protected. This will safeguard the interests of domestic farmers, strengthen local agriculture through preferential access to such a large market, and mark another powerful step forward in the direction of a self-reliant India.”
India-US Trade Agreement: Why Agriculture and Dairy Matter to India
These sectors are far more than just trade categories. Agriculture and dairy form the backbone of rural India and support the livelihoods of millions of small and marginal farmers. Any disruption in these areas can directly impact incomes, food security, and social stability across large parts of the country…….”
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