India says trade deal with US will not hurt its farmers
India says trade deal with US will not hurt its farmers
In short
The government has formally stated that an international pact with Washington will avoid causing harm to domestic agricultural producers. Under the negotiated terms, the domestic agricultural sector is set to remain shielded from negative impacts. Authorities are emphasizing that these specific protections will be actively maintained throughout the economic partnership.
Key points
- Protection for the domestic agricultural sector remains guaranteed in the trade pact.: Protection for the domestic agricultural sector remains guaranteed in the trade pact.
- The United States agreement will be executed without harming Indian farming communities.: The United States agreement will be executed without harming Indian farming communities.
- Safeguards for agricultural interests will be upheld under the finalized trade terms.: Safeguards for agricultural interests will be upheld under the finalized trade terms.