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September 12, 2025 12:18 PM

India, EU reaffirm commitment to early conclusion of FTA talks: Piyush Goyal

India and the European Union (EU) have reiterated their commitment to the early conclusion of negotiations for a long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aimed at boosting bilateral trade and investment. In a post on X, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said, “Delighted to host my friend Maros Sefcovic, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, and Christophe Hansen, Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, along with the EU delegation for dinner. As the India-EU FTA nego...

July 25, 2025 2:25 PM

PM Modi shares article highlighting benefits of India-UK trade deal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared an article highlighting the wide-ranging benefits of the landmark India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), calling it a transformative step for various sections of the Indian economy. Reiterating Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s remarks, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said on X: “Union Minister Shri @PiyushGoyal explains how the landmark India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will empower Indian farmers, f...

July 25, 2025 12:51 PM

India-UK FTA a “landmark economic achievement”: TPCI

The Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) has termed the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) a “landmark economic achievement,” saying it will open up new opportunities for Indian exporters across key sectors. Calling the deal “visionary,” TPCI Chairman Mohit Singla said the agreement supports the development of globally competitive Indian brands, while advancing rural growth and India’s integration into global value chains. India’s total trade with the United Kingdom touched $23...

July 24, 2025 5:27 PM

India-UK CETA to boost Indian farmers’ global access and rural prosperity

The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will open new avenues of growth for Indian farmers. Focused on tariff elimination and improved market access, the deal promises to connect Indian agricultural producers with the UK’s high-value market, enhance rural prosperity, and strengthen India’s position in global agri-trade. Farmers – sow local, sell global Indian farming communities stand to gain from easier access to the UK market and more opportunities to sell thei...

July 23, 2025 3:12 PM

Focus on trade, investment during PM Modi’s UK visit: High Commissioner Doraiswami

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the United Kingdom will prioritise trade, investment, and the advancement of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, said on Tuesday. Speaking to IANS, Doraiswami underlined that preparations are in full swing to reinforce the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. “Our entire team is working in London to prepare for the visit,” he said. “We will be discussing ...

June 18, 2025 1:22 PM

Piyush Goyal visits UK to boost economic ties, fast-track India–UK FTA implementation

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is on a two-day official visit to the United Kingdom from June 18 to 19, aimed at strengthening India–UK economic relations and expediting the implementation of the bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The visit follows the announcement of the successful conclusion of the India–UK FTA by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on May 6. “Goyal’s visit aims to accelerate bilateral engagements, harness emerging...

June 2, 2025 9:55 AM

“Will negotiate a fair balance,” Piyush Goyal optimistic of wrapping up FTA with EU by year end

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal expressed optimism that India could finalise its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) ahead of the year-end deadline, citing minimal divergences between the two economic blocs. Goyal emphasised the complementary nature of the Indian and European economies. "There are not too many issues where we have divergence of opinion. We have both complementary economies," he stated. "In most cases, what is of offensive interest to India does n...

February 18, 2025 7:59 PM

India negotiating FTA with GCC and Qatar: MEA

India is actively negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and exploring a similar pact with Qatar, aiming to deepen bilateral ties and boost cooperation in trade, energy, investment, and security. The development was announced during a special briefing on the state visit of the Amir of Qatar to India. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (CPV & OIA) Arun Kumar Chatterjee said, “India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are currently nego...

September 16, 2024 5:19 PM

UK Foreign Secy Lammy calls on PM Modi, affirms commitment to enhancing bilateral ties

UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs David Lammy met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. This visit, the first high-level engagement by the newly elected Labour government in the UK under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, signals a renewed focus on the UK-India partnership. Prime Minister Modi expressed his appreciation for the priority given by PM Starmer to broaden and deepen the Comprehensi...

May 20, 2024 1:47 PM

India held two-day “Chintan Shivir” to formulate strategy and SOPs for FTAs

The commerce ministry had organised a two-day "Chintan Shivir" for formulating strategies and standard operating procedures for free trade agreements. The Shivir organised on May 16-17, was attended by senior government officials of different departments, former government secretaries, and trade experts. Government officials who attended the meeting included representatives from the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Information Technology, and Ministry of Mines. A senior government official tol...