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India, EU like-minded on global issues, says Carnegie Europe Director Rosa Balfour
New Delhi, April 13: Calling India and the European Union (EU), like-minded partners and highlighting the increase in partnership between the two for the finalisation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Carnegie Europe Director Rosa Balfour shared the nuances for the FTA on the sidelines of the Carnegie Global Tech Summit.
India, EU to negotiate FTA by year-end, says German envoy Ackermann
New Delhi, April 13: German Ambassador to India and Bhutan, Philipp Ackermann, has said that India and European Union will strive to negotiate a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of this year.
India needs to expand its ambitions to consider FTA with US: Ashley Tellis
New Delhi, April 12: Ashley J Tellis, Tata Chair for Strategic Affairs and Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment For International Peace, said that India needs to expand its ambition to really consider at some point a greed trade agreement with the US. He noted that a remarkable change has taken place in Indian policy on trade agreements in recent years.
Good momentum in India-EU FTA talks, deal expected by year-end: EU Ambassador Delphin
New Delhi, April 11: The India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations have gained momentum, with both sides aiming to conclude a substantial deal by the end of the year, Herve Delphin, Ambassador of the European Union to India, said on Friday.
India, US likely to sign trade pact within 90-day tariff-pause period
New Delhi, April 11: The first phase of the bilateral trade agreement between India and the US is likely to be concluded within the tariff-pause period of 90 days fixed by the Donald Trump administration, according to official sources.
India hosts 8th Meeting of Joint Committee on ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA)
New Delhi, April 11: The 8th meeting of the AITIGA Joint Committee to review the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) hosted by India at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, concluded on Friday.
India, EU must take concrete steps to remove trade barriers: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 11: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday that concrete steps are needed to remove existing trade barriers for speeding up the talks and reach a free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU).
EU, UAE to start free trade talks: Ursula von der Leyen
Brussels, April 11: The European Union (EU) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to kick off free trade negotiations, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said.
India's exports surge to record $820 billion in 2024-25 despite global challenges
New Delhi, April 10: India's goods and services exports have crossed a record $820 billion in financial year 2024-25, which represents a close to 6 per cent increase over the corresponding figure of $778 billion for the previous financial year, despite the economic uncertainties in global markets, according to data compiled by the Commerce Ministry.
India should avoid FTA with US, should go for limited Zero-to-Zero tariff deal, suggests GTRI
New Delhi, April 10: As Donald Trump announced pause on tariffs for 90 days for trade negotiations, India should avoid signing a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States, as it may require India to make harmful trade-offs, suggested Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).
India and UK reaffirm free trade agreement, support supply chains
New Delhi, April 10: Amid the changing world trade order, India and the UK have reaffirmed their commitment to furthering the bilateral relations between the two nations, including continuing negotiations at pace towards a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT).
Piyush Goyal encourages exporters to take long term view of India-US trade
New Delhi, April 9: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, on Wednesday held discussions with the Export Promotion Councils and industry bodies here in the light of the emerging trade scenario.
India-UK FTA talks in process of being relaunched, both sides committed to taking it forward: MEA
New Delhi, April 9: The talks on the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK are being relaunched, and both sides are committed to taking it forward, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Wednesday.
India plans to seal trade deal with US by fall 2025: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, April 9: India is perhaps the only country which has reached an understanding with the United States to ink a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) by the fall of this year, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Wednesday, as reciprocal tariffs came into effect with India facing 27 per cent tariffs.
Keeping India's interests at forefront: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on US tariffs
Mumbai, April 9: Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal stated that the Government is working on a bilateral trade agreement as was decided between Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump in February. His remarks came in the face of the tariffs imposed by Trump's administration.
India, UAE sign key pacts to strengthen economic ties
New Delhi, April 8: India and the UAE have signed key agreements to strengthen the bilateral economic partnership during the visit of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE.
Hardeep Puri confident India will come out stronger from US tariffs fallout
New Delhi, April 8: Union Minister Hardeep Puri on Tuesday said he was confident India will emerge stronger from the fallout of the US administration tariffs once the bilateral trade agreement between the two partner countries is finalised.
Piyush Goyal urges Indian businesses to embrace economic nationalism
New Delhi, April 8: The Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal called on Indian businesses to embrace "economic nationalism" by supporting domestic suppliers rather than opting for marginally cheaper imports.
Piyush Goyal urges 'economic nationalism' to strengthen domestic supply chains at FICCI's 98th foundation day celebrations
New Delhi, April 7: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday called on Indian businesses to embrace "economic nationalism" by supporting domestic suppliers rather than opting for marginally cheaper imports.
India, EU nearing Free Trade Agreement as negotiations progress: MEA
New Delhi, April 4: India and the European Union are close to finalising a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with negotiations progressing strongly, Secretary (West) Tanmay Lal of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday during a special media briefing.
India-US trade ties face complex tariff alignments: Report
New Delhi, April 1: While both India and the US are deeply interconnected through trade, investment, and strategic agreements, recent US tariff measures have introduced new complexities, as per a report.
FM Sitharaman to visit London next week for talks to bolster India-UK economic ties
New Delhi, March 31: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to visit London next week, from April 8-10, where she will discuss issues related to bilateral trade and investment, and hold talks under the India-United Kingdom Economic and Financial Dialogue.
India, US hold trade talks; to work towards negotiating first tranche of FTA
New Delhi, March 29: India and the United States held trade talks in New Delhi as part of efforts to negotiate the first tranche of a mutually beneficial, multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) by fall of 2025.
Sectoral expert-level engagements under proposed India-US BTA to start virtually in coming weeks
New Delhi, March 29: Representatives of India's Department of Commerce and the Office of the US Trade Representative held meeting in the national capital for four days beginning March 26 as a follow up to the two countries agreeing to expand bilateral trade to reach USD 500 billion by 2030, including through the conclusion of a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA).
India, US agree to finalise first tranche of bilateral trade agreement by fall 2025
New Delhi, March 29: In a bid to expand their bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, India and the US on Saturday concluded their talks in the national capital, broadly reaching an understanding to finalise the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement (BTA) by fall 2025.
Very active and intense discussion going on between India, US at this time: Jaishankar
New Delhi, March 26: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India and the US had a "very open discussion" on trade and the result of that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump agreed to conclude bilateral trade agreement by fall this year.
India-NZ partnership 'grown much stronger' during my visit: Luxon
Wellington, March 22: Calling India an "increasingly important partner", New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Saturday that the partnership between the two countries has "grown much stronger" during his five-day visit to New Delhi and Mumbai, earlier this week.
India, US in process of taking bilateral trade negotiations forward: MEA amid tariff tussle
New Delhi, March 21: Amid tariff concerns, the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that India and the US are making significant strides in their bilateral trade negotiations, with the aim of expanding trade, enhancing market access, and reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers.
'EFTA-FTA very positive step to enhance India-Norway trade relations' says FM Espen Barth Eide
New Delhi, March 18: Norway's Foreign Affairs Minister, Espen Barth Eide, has welcomed the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)-India Free Trade Agreement, calling it a "very positive step" to boost trade relations between India and Norway.
India, New Zealand working on a comprehensive, mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement: Goyal
New Delhi, March 18: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said while addressing the CEOs of India and New Zealand in New Delhi on Tuesday that India and New Zealand are working to finalize a comprehensive and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement.
India, New Zealand aim to finalise mutually beneficial free trade agreement: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, March 18: India and New Zealand are working to finalise a comprehensive and mutually beneficial free trade agreement, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.
Piyush Goyal vets New Zealand PM's proposal of signing FTA in 60 days
New Delhi, March 18: Supporting New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's ambitious plan of signing the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two countries in a record 60 days, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said he will be aspiring to do this "equally fast, maybe faster."
India, EU discuss bilateral ties, parliamentary exchanges
New Delhi, March 18: Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Tanmaya Lal held a meeting with European Parliament Chair of the Delegation for Relations with India, Angelika Niebler and discussed India-EU bilateral ties, parliamentary exchanges and global issues.
This will be breakthrough year for India and EU, says former PM of Sweden Carl Bildt
New Delhi, March 18: Former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt on Monday said that 2025 will be a "breakthrough year" in the relationship between India and the European Union.
We need better logistics... construction of naval and aerial hub: Peru Foreign Minister on strengthening economic ties with India
New Delhi, March 17: Peru's Foreign Minister Elmer Schialer on Monday emphasised the importance of improving logistics between India and Peru to strengthen their economic ties.
India, New Zealand strengthen ties with FTA talks, defence and trade pacts
New Delhi, March 17: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's official visit to India from March 16-20 has resulted in major agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. Both nations announced the launch of negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and a new arrangement to facilitate the mobility of professionals and skilled workers, an official press release by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated.
New Zealand PM Luxon's first visit to India highlights strengthening ties between two nations: MEA
New Delhi, March 17: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is on an official visit to India from March 16-20, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Modi, Luxon agree to bolster India-New Zealand trade, investment ties
New Delhi, March 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon on Monday agreed to enhance the trade and investment relationship between the two countries, to realise the untapped potential and contribute to inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
Distance no barrier to our pursuit of a brighter future: NZ PM Luxon
New Delhi, March 17: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon reaffirmed his country's commitment to strengthening ties with India during his visit to New Delhi.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat
New Delhi, March 17: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in Delhi on Monday.