BRESCIA: Govt is hoping to clinch an initial tranche of the proposed bilateral trade deal with the US, govt sources said as a team of American officials landed in the Capital for negotiations. "The two countries are actively engaged in focused discussions to facilitate greater market access, reduce tariff and non-tariff barriers, and enhance supply chain resilience and integration. The ongoing negotiations aim to achieve an expeditious and mutually beneficial conclusion of the initial tranche of the BTA," said a source.