New Delhi, Feb. 3 -- Arvind Virmani, Member, NITI Aayog, on Tuesday highlighted that the India-US trade deal is essential for "competitive integration," fostering exports and investment, rather than isolationism.

Speaking with ANI, he said, "It takes two hands to clap; the other hand has now come forward. That is good news for exports, investment, and long-term growth."

He emphasised that "Atmanirbhar Bharat" doesn't mean isolation, but competitive integration, with FTAs playing a key role in India's industrial strategy.

While speaking with ANI, Virmani said, "Atmanirbhar Bharat does not mean isolation but competitive integration. Bilateral and free trade agreements are central to India's industrial strategy."

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