India is proceeding cautiously in its trade talks with the US due to complications in recent American deals with Japan, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Discrepancies between US and Japanese officials on investment profit allocation have raised concerns. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed progress in bilateral trade discussions with the US and Oman, prioritizing India’s national interests. As the August 1 tariff deadline looms, the US is moving towards a trade deal with India, aiming for mutually beneficial terms.