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US-India bilateral free trade agreement on an unequal framework?
The U.S. and India agreed to negotiate a bilateral free trade agreement (BTA) by October 2025, aiming for $500 billion in trade by 2030. Concerns arise over potential imbalances due to economic disparities, with President Trump criticizing India’s high tariffs. The joint statement commits to enhancing trade and investment, but uncertainties remain about addressing these disparities and the impact on the Indian market amid Trump’s upcoming tariff plans.
EU chief’s meetings in India to boost efforts to sign Free Trade Agreement amid Trump tariff threat
After US President Donald Trump’s threat to hit the European Union (EU), a 27-member bloc, with 25 per cent tariffs, a meeting between the top leadership of India and the EU is expected to give fresh push to efforts to seal an ambitious free trade agreement.
EU pushes for tariff cuts on whiskey, wine, cars in India trade talks
The EU seeks lower tariffs as India’s biggest FTA nears finalisation after nine rounds of talks, with the next set for March 10-14, boosting access for textiles, leather, and marine exports.
India-UK FTA: Focus on tariff reductions, social security agreement
After duty cut on bourbon, motorcycles, expectation that India may give similar relaxation to scotch whisky and automobiles.
UK and India to relaunch trade talks in Delhi
India and the UK will restart free trade talks, nearly a year after negotiations were paused ahead of general elections in both countries.
Pace of India-Asean trade agreement review talks slow; next round in April
The next round of negotiations for reviewing the India-Asean free trade agreement in goods is expected in April, though the pace of talks is slow, an official said.
India-Israel free trade deal on the cards: What it means for both nations
As both nations move towards signing the FTA, the partnership is expected to open new trade and investment opportunities, benefiting businesses and economies on both sides.
India negotiating FTA with GCC and Qatar: MEA
India is in the process of negotiating a Free Trade Agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council and is also considering an FTA with Qatar.
Contours of trade pact with US in 2 weeks
The trade agreement that India and the US have agreed to negotiate during prime minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Washington will not be akin to a free trade agreement, but explore ways to boost trade on a bilateral give-and-take basis.
India, EU to hold next round of talks on proposed FTA from Mar 10
India and the European Union will hold the next round of talks on the proposed free trade agreement from March 10 to 14, a senior government official said.
Qatar ready to fast-track investment promotion, protection deal with India
Qatar said it is ready to take steps to speed up the negotiations for a new bilateral investment promotion and protection agreement with India.
Need standalone bilateral investment treaties independent of FTAs: FM
India Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday emphasised the need for Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) to be negotiated as standalone agreements rather than being included as a chapter in Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).
Israel and India seek trade pact in 2025 as Trump touts US-India corridor via Israel
Israel and India are accelerating efforts to finalize a free trade agreement, potentially by year’s end. This comes as the US is promoting a trade corridor linking India, the Middle East, Europe, and the US, with Israel playing a key role.
Trade agreement with US likely to be finalised by end of 2025: Piyush Goyal
India and the US aim to finalize the first part of a bilateral trade agreement by Fall 2025. This agreement is part of a larger "Mission 500" goal to double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030. The initial phase will focus on reducing trade barriers and increasing market access for goods and services.
India-Switzerland economic ties set to strengthen with new investment pact; no impact of MFN suspension on Indian companies: Top Swiss official
Alexandre Fasel, the State Secretary for Foreign Affairs in Switzerland on Thursday said that India and Switzerland are poised to strengthen their economic ties through a new bilateral investment treaty.
Early trade agreement, bilateral trade of USD 500 bn by 2030, stronger energy partnership: PM Modi & President Trump set bold new goals
The first tranche of a mutually beneficial, multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) is expected by fall of 2025.
The EAEU may conclude a free trade agreement with the UAE by the end of the year
The agreement on the creation of a free trade zone between the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union and the UAE is already ready and is expected to be signed in 2025.
Maldives to reach FTA with India soon, says Minister
The Maldives is moving forward with finalizing a free trade agreement (FTA) with India, despite recent concerns raised by New Delhi about potential revenue losses for the Maldives from similar deals with other nations, particularly China.
India to rely on brokering quick FTAs to limit Trump tariff fallout
India is negotiating a slew of trade deals, including with the UK, Oman and the EU, and also plans to bring back on the table a ’mini pact’ with US.
India may resume mini-FTA talks if US shows interest
India is considering restarting mini free trade deal negotiations with the US, similar to those pursued during the Trump administration. This comes ahead of PM Modi’s visit to the White House. While India has reduced some tariffs in its recent budget, it’s unclear if the US will offer reciprocal concessions, which are essential for a successful agreement.