26-May-2025
The Times of India
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.
26-May-2025
The Economic Times
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.
26-May-2025
Hindustan Times
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.
26-May-2025
The Economic Times
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.
22-May-2025
The Economic Times
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.
20-May-2025
The Economic Times
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.
19-May-2025
The Times of India
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.
19-May-2025
Business Standard
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.
13-May-2025
Financial Express
India safeguards its $25B generic drug industry by excluding data exclusivity from the UK FTA, ensuring affordable drug access and faster generic launches.
13-May-2025
Business Standard
India risks trading away not only tariffs but also its economic autonomy. It’s time to pause and reconsider the FTA playbook before the damage becomes irreversible.
12-May-2025
Business World
In an attempt to wind up the first phase of the pact as early as possible, India and the European Union chief negotiators will begin the next round of talks on the proposed free trade agreement from Monday.
12-May-2025
Business World
India and Chile have taken a major step towards deepening their economic partnership with the signing of the terms of reference for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement.
12-May-2025
Financial Express
Key issues include dairy access, tariff disparities, and movement of skilled professionals. Both sides target a deal within 60 days amid complex negotiations over sensitive sectors.
