Strengthening Ties: U.S. Trade Diplomat's Crucial India Visit

U.S. Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, Brendan Lynch, embarks on a pivotal visit to India from March 25-29, aiming to bolster bilateral trade discussions and deepen economic ties. The visit underscores the commitment to achieve more equitable trade relations and advance the 'Mission 500' bilateral trade goal.

Brendan Lynch, the Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, is set to visit India from March 25 to 29, signaling a vital step in the ongoing trade discussions between the two nations. Lynch's upcoming visit highlights the focus on strengthening bilateral trade ties, according to an embassy spokesperson.

The U.S. continues to emphasize the importance of establishing a balanced and productive trade relationship with India. Discussions are expected to remain constructive and equitable, ensuring progress in investment matters, as noted by the embassy representative. Lynch's role involves overseeing trade policy across 15 countries while managing the U.S.-India Trade Policy Forum (TPF).

With a background as Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative and experience as USTR's Director for India, Lynch brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. His visit follows closely on the heels of Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's U.S. trip, which aimed to advance bilateral trade agreements. Both nations have set a goal, 'Mission 500', to double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.

(With inputs from agencies.)