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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Reaffirms India's National Interests in Recent Free Trade Agreements
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🗓 12 Sep 2026, 04:42 PM
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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan assured that all recent free trade agreements have been negotiated to safeguard India’s national interests.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressed the nation on the All India Radio network, affirming that the recent free trade agreements negotiated by the government fully protect India’s national interests.
He said the agreements were drafted after thorough consultations with industry stakeholders and were reviewed by the Ministry of Commerce to ensure they align with India’s strategic priorities.
The minister highlighted that safeguards were incorporated to prevent any adverse impact on domestic sectors, and that the agreements include provisions for dispute resolution and market access.
Chouhan added that the government remains committed to pursuing further trade liberalisation while safeguarding the interests of Indian businesses and consumers.
He said the agreements were drafted after thorough consultations with industry stakeholders and were reviewed by the Ministry of Commerce to ensure they align with India’s strategic priorities.
The minister highlighted that safeguards were incorporated to prevent any adverse impact on domestic sectors, and that the agreements include provisions for dispute resolution and market access.
Chouhan added that the government remains committed to pursuing further trade liberalisation while safeguarding the interests of Indian businesses and consumers.