We will remain in touch.”The meeting came on the same day that commerce minister Piyush Goyal led the Indian side for trade talks in Washington, aimed at negotiating a bilateral trade pact. The following week, Washington withdrew long-standing exemptions on sanctions for the Iranian port of Chabahar, where India has invested heavily to secure sea-land connectivity with Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. Despite tensions, President Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi last week, with both leaders exchanging praise. However, New Delhi remains concerned over the protectionist measures and policies directly affecting India. India has nevertheless reiterated its commitment to advancing trade ties.