Free Trade Agreements

July 21, 2026 7:03 PM

Government expands FTAs, export promotion measures to diversify export markets

The government has intensified efforts to diversify India's export markets by expanding its network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), pursuing trade negotiations with major economies, and introducing a series of export promotion and logistics reforms aimed at strengthening the country's global trade footprint. The initiatives are intended to help Indian exporters navigate evolving geopolitical and economic challenges while improving market access, boosting exports and enhancing the competitivene...

July 17, 2026 12:40 AM

CTIL, CII launch guidebook to help Indian MSMEs expand into global markets

The Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), on Thursday launched a guidebook aimed at helping Indian micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) expand their presence in global markets. Titled 'Going Global: A Practical Guide for Indian MSMEs', the publication has been designed as a one-stop resource to help businesses identify export opportunities, understand market access requ...

June 4, 2026 1:47 PM

India emerging as trusted global investment destination, says Piyush Goyal at Citi India Conference 2026

India has emerged as one of the world's most trusted investment destinations and is poised to remain the fastest-growing major economy for decades, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said while addressing the Citi India Conference 2026 on Thursday. Delivering the keynote address virtually, Goyal highlighted India's economic resilience, expanding manufacturing base, infrastructure development and growing network of trade agreements as key drivers of investor confidence. He said hi...

March 10, 2026 2:59 PM

India’s annual food exports nearing Rs 5 lakh crore mark: Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday called upon stakeholders from the food, agriculture and hospitality sectors to work collectively towards making India the world’s largest exporter of agricultural and processed foods, highlighting the vast opportunities created by India’s expanding trade agreements and the growing global demand for the Indian products. Addressing the gathering at the inauguration of the 40th edition of 'AAHAR – The International Food & Hospitality...