New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal underlined the significance of the announcement of the interim framework of the India-US trade agreement, stating that today will be "etched in golden letters."

The Commerce minister, assuring that Indian farmers remain protected in this agreement, noted the significant lowering of US tariffs to 18 per cent from 50 per cent, opening up a USD 30 trillion economy to Indian exporters.

"Today is a crucial day in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation. Prime Minister Modi and the US President initiated discussions in February 2025. Today will be etched in golden letters," he said while addressing a press conference on Saturday.

Highlighting the key achievement of the dea...