India and the United States are working to finalize a trade agreement

Trade negotiations between India and the United States are moving toward a conclusion. Officials from both countries say they are actively engaged in talks, with a focus on issues like critical minerals and nuclear power.

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the talks are moving toward closure, and a U.S. ambassador confirmed the next call between negotiators is scheduled for January 13. A Republican leader in the U.S. has also defended India's role as an investment partner.