New Delhi, July 17 -- Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday urged Indian missions to ensure sharper trade intelligence, stronger global partnerships, and a coordinated push to boost India's exports and investment flows.

He was interacting with Heads of Commercial Wings in 74 Indian Missions across 61 countries, the commerce ministry said in a statement.

In a virtual interaction, Goyal reviewed trade promotion efforts and challenges in key markets, urging diplomats to act as the frontline of India's commercial diplomacy.

"Missions are our first economic responders," Goyal said adding that their role is critical in deepening India's trade linkages and promoting Brand India globally.

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