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India, Russia-backed economic bloc to begin free trade talks
Moscow and New Delhi first discussed a potential trade agreement with the bloc in July last year.
India, Chile conclude first round of talks for wider FTA
India and Chile have completed the first round of negotiations for a proposed comprehensive free trade agreement, the Department of Commerce said.
India-Oman free trade pact may be signed soon: Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has indicated that India is likely to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) with Oman soon, as the talks between the two countries are making headway.
Trump tariff declared unlawful; India must reassess US trade deal: GTRI
After a federal court of the United States struck down a reciprocal tariff announced by US President Donald Trump, the Global Trade Research Initiative said that India should proceed cautiously in its ongoing Free Trade Agreement negotiations with the US.
US officials to visit India next week for talks on interim trade pact: Official
The visit gains importance as India and the US are likely to agree on an interim trade agreement by the end of June, with New Delhi pushing for full exemption from the 26 per cent reciprocal tariff on domestic goods.
India’s dairy sector pushes for safeguards in US trade talks
India, the world’s largest milk producer, must protect millions of small dairy farmers in its trade talks with the United States to avoid market disruption from any surge in US imports, industry officials said.
India likely to allow government contracts to foreign firms including US amid trade talks
India is preparing to open a significant portion of its protected government procurement market to foreign companies, including firms from the United States, two government sources said, marking a notable policy shift that could extend to other trading partners.
Piyush Goyal meets EU counterpart for second time in a month on FTA talks
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has met European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic in Brussels, their second meeting within a month, to discuss the proposed free trade agreement.
Gender equality key feature in FTAs
India’s free trade agreements (FTAs) with the United Kingdom and the European Union include specific provisions aimed at promoting women’s economic empowerment and gender equality, unlocking around $500 billion in trade opportunities by 2030.
First tranche of India-US bilateral trade deal likely before July: Sources
India and the United States are set to sign the first tranche of a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) before July, with ongoing negotiations led by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal focusing on goods and services trade, including labour-intensive exports.
India to seek lithium and copper under new trade tie from Chile to power clean energy and industrial growth
India is seeking to secure a stable supply of critical minerals like lithium and copper through expanded trade ties with Chile to support its clean energy goals and industrial growth. Chile, a leading global producer of these minerals, is a strategic partner in India’s efforts to boost its electric vehicle ecosystem and energy infrastructure.
Negotiations on extent of ’Omanisation’ the last hurdle before India, Oman FTA: Govt sources
India and Oman are close to finalising a Free Trade Agreement, with India seeking protections for its workers amid Oman’s shifting "Omanisation" policy.
India, EU looking for early harvest trade agreement by July: Official
Negotiations for a proposed trade pact between India and the 27-nation European Union are progressing at a faster pace and both the sides are looking at concluding the talks for an early harvest trade agreement by July this year.
Officials may visit Brussels for trade talks this week
An Indian official team from the Commerce Ministry is expected to visit Brussels this week for the next round of negotiations on the proposed free trade agreement with the European Union.
Panthera Resources files $1.58bn damage claim against India over Bhukia project
UK-based gold exploration company Panthera Resources, through its Australian subsidiary Indo Gold, has filed a claim for damages totalling $1.58bn against the Republic of India, alleging breaches of a bilateral investment treaty.
India expects multi-phase trade deal with US as talks proceed
India is discussing a US trade deal structured in three tranches and expects to reach an interim agreement before July, when President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs are set to kick in, according to officials in New Delhi.
India-UK trade pact: A new paradigm for the digital economy Vivan Sharan , Ajai Garg
The free trade agreement between New Delhi and London marks India’s turn from defensive caution to strategic ambition as it seeks to shape the digital economy’s rules.
After India-Norway pact, Nordic cos eye Goa as hub
The recently signed India-EFTA (European Free Trade Association) Free Trade Agreement between India and Norway has prompted Nordic firms to explore Goa as a potential hub.
India, EU conclude another round of FTA talks; deal likely in two phases
India and the European Union have completed the 11th round of negotiations on their proposed free trade agreement (FTA), agreeing to finalize the deal in two phases due to global trade uncertainties. The talks focus on market access for goods, services, and investment, with the EU seeking duty cuts on automobiles, medical devices, and other products, alongside stronger intellectual property protections.
India keeps data exclusivity out of UK FTA to protect local drug makers
India safeguards its $25B generic drug industry by excluding data exclusivity from the UK FTA, ensuring affordable drug access and faster generic launches.