New Delhi/IBNS, April 15 -- India will send a trade delegation to Washington, D.C. on April 20 to accelerate negotiations on a proposed bilateral trade agreement with the United States.

The delegation will be led by chief negotiator Darpan Jain.

Officials confirmed that both sides will hold in-person discussions after a gap of several months, during which engagement continued through virtual meetings.

Talks to focus on legal framework

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said the discussions will centre on finalising the legal framework of the agreement, building on the joint statement issued earlier this year.

He indicated that further consultations are required to determine timelines and next steps, with both sides aiming to advance n...