Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Goyal Calls for Domestic Investment; Hints at India-US Trade Deal Progress
The commerce minister said India needs more investment in startups and research, especially from Indian companies.
He wants industry groups to check if their ideas are helping and reach out to more places.
He also said good news is coming for the India-US trade deal, but it must be fair for both sides.
He wants to protect farmers and fishermen.
He also said companies should not rely too much on one place for their supplies.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal called for stronger domestic investment, particularly in startups and R&D, urging industry to set bold targets.
He also emphasized the need for industry bodies to audit their advocacy efforts and expand their presence beyond major cities.
Goyal hinted at positive developments in the India-US trade deal, stating 'you will hear good news' once the deal is fair, equitable, and balanced.
He assured that India will protect the interests of farmers and fishermen in the trade agreement.
Goyal suggested diversifying supply chains and reducing dependence on one geography for investments.
- Who
- Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
- What
- Called for domestic investment, hinted at India-US trade deal progress
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- FICCI’s 98th Annual General Meeting and Annual Convention, New Delhi
- Why
- To boost India’s growth and economy
Government's Stance
Industry's Expectations
Domestic Investment
Government's Stance
Goyal calls for more domestic investment in startups and R&D
Industry's Expectations
Industry welcomes the call but seeks clear roadmap and incentives
India-US Trade Deal
Government's Stance
Goyal hints at positive progress, assures protection for farmers and fishermen
Industry's Expectations
Industry awaits concrete details and swift resolution of contentious issues
- Minister
- Piyush Goyal
- Portfolio
- Commerce and Industry
- Event
- FICCI’s 98th Annual General Meeting and Annual Convention
- Trade Talks Status
- Six rounds completed, progress being made
- Trade Deal Focus
- Fair, equitable, and balanced deal
Sources
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Piyush Goyal calls for domestic investment in startups and R&D
Industry must set bold goals, mentor next-gen: Piyush Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Will Meet Stakeholders To Discuss Ways To Boost Foreign Direct Investment & FII
‘You will hear a good news,’ says Piyush Goyal on India-US trade deal; will protect interests of farmers, fishermen
You'll hear good news on India-US trade deal once it’s fair, equitable and balanced, says Goyal
Piyush Goyal: India will sign trade pact only when it is ‘fair, equitable and balanced’ - Telegraph India
Government in talks to strengthen investment ecosystem and ease FDI, FII norms: Piyush Goyal
Capital markets players seek tax sops, steps to deepen financial sector
Capital markets players seek tax sops, steps to deepen financial sector
Government to meet venture capitalists today to fast-track FDI and FII inflows
Piyush Goyal: 'Good news on India US trade deal once it's fair and balanced'
Israel to host Piyush Goyal as India sends largest-ever business delegation
