In response to US President Trump's tariffs and criticisms, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has asserted that national interests would not be compromised in any trade deal. He has highlighted India's rapid economic growth, its rise to a top-five economy, and its commitment to becoming self-sufficient.
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