Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal Wednesday said India consistently protects the interests of vulnerable sectors like dairy and MSMEs in free trade agreements.

He also said that significant progress has been made in the negotiations of the proposed trade agreement with New Zealand.

The fourth round of negotiations is underway here for a pact between senior officials of India and New Zealand.

“India never compromises on the interests of dairy, farmers and MSMEs. We consistently protect the interests of vulnerable sectors,” Goyal told reporters.

The remarks are important as New Zealand is a major dairy player in the world, and it may seek greater market access in the sector.

The minister said that both countries have agreed to respect each other’s sensitivities.

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