Tag: Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

Trump’s 25% Tariff on Indian Goods Sparks Industry Alarm, But Experts See Scope for Trade Diversification

Economist Suriya Narayanan described the development as a "setback for Indian exporters," highlighting that previously zero-tariff exports such as pharmaceuticals and metals will now face additional costs.

July 31, 2025

India-UK Free Trade Pact ‘Most Comprehensive and Game-Changing Yet’: Piyush Goyal

Goyal called the deal a “stepping stone” toward achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, with India now emerging as a trusted global economic partner.

July 26, 2025

India-New Zealand achieve progress on trade, investment, and economic cooperation during 2nd round of FTA talks

The FTA was launched during the meeting between Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment, Government of New Zealand, on March 16, 2025.

July 26, 2025

CII Chief: Indian Industry Prepared for Any Outcome on US Trade Deal, Won’t Compromise National Interest

“Every industry, every size of industry has been consulted to understand how India should be positioned,” he said, praising the government’s inclusive approach.

July 6, 2025

Piyush Goyal Embarks on UK Visit to Accelerate India-UK Free Trade Agreement

He is also scheduled to meet Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves to discuss macroeconomic priorities and ways to enhance bilateral investment flows.

June 18, 2025

India’s Economy Set to Grow Eightfold by 2047, Says Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Goyal said, “The opportunities, the skills, the potential, the demand, and the decisive leadership that India has — seeing all this, even Swedish companies believe that the future lies in India.”

June 12, 2025

India, UK Vow to Deepen Strategic Partnership in ‘Fruitful’ Talks: Piyush Goyal Meets Foreign Secretary David Lammy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met Lammy a day earlier, lauding his contribution to the progress of India-UK relations.

June 8, 2025

India-EU Free Trade Deal Nearing Finish Line: Piyush Goyal Confident of Year-End Conclusion

“Like in any trading partnership, there are sensitive issues on both sides. These need to be handled with care and mutual respect,” he noted.

June 2, 2025

Delay in regulatory clearances can hurt investor confidence, says Nirmala Sitharaman

Any delay in regulatory approval are closely monitored by global investors and can influence India's position in ongoing free trade agreement negotiations, highlighting the need for regulatory agility and responsiveness.

May 20, 2025

India and EU Aligned on Global Issues, Progressing Towards Ambitious Free Trade Agreement

“We are already seeing quite an extraordinary escalation because the EU and India have actually been talking about the Free Trade Agreement for over 20 years,” she told ANI.

April 13, 2025