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October 1, 2026 6:59 PM

Piyush Goyal meets EU Trade Commissioner, discusses progress on signing FTA

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and reviewed the progress towards signing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Goyal met Sefcovic on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers’ meeting in Milwaukee on Wednesday. “Good meeting my friend, Mr. @MarosSefcovic, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting,” Goyal said in a post on X. The minister said he and Sefcovic reviewed progress t...

September 26, 2026 3:01 PM

India-EU FTA concluded on equal terms after 17 years, technology transfer key for growth: Jitin Prasada

Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada on Saturday said India was able to conclude its long-pending free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union on equal terms after nearly 17 years of negotiations, while stressing that technology transfers, local manufacturing and artificial intelligence (AI) would play a critical role in the country’s next phase of industrial growth. Speaking at the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS), Prasada said the India-EU FTA ...

September 22, 2026 5:57 PM

India-EU partnership opens new avenues in AI, quantum tech and semiconductors: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on Tuesday held discussions with a delegation of the European Parliament Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) on the effective implementation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement and deeper cooperation in science, technology, research and critical and emerging technologies. The delegation, led by Angelika Winzig, MEP from Austria, and Raffaele Stancanelli, held discussions with the Minister on strengthening the In...

July 24, 2026 8:18 AM

President Murmu holds talks with Romanian counterpart, pitches India-EU FTA to boost trade and jobs

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday held bilateral talks with Romanian President Nicusor Dan during her State Visit to Romania, with the two leaders agreeing to deepen cooperation across key sectors and work towards doubling bilateral trade over the next three years. Calling Romania an important partner for India within the European Union, President Murmu said the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) would create unprecedented opportunities for industries and skilled professionals in both count...

June 17, 2026 7:14 PM

PM Modi, EU leaders review ties at G7 Summit, push for early implementation of FTA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held talks with European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, reviewing the progress in India-European Union ties and discussing key regional and global developments. Sharing details of the meeting on X, Prime Minister Modi said: "It was wonderful meeting European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Evian ...

February 20, 2026 2:26 PM

Slovakia President calls meeting with PM Modi ‘historic milestone’ for ties; lauds AI Summit

Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini on Friday described his meeting withPrime Minister Narendra Modi as a “historic milestone” in Slovakia–India relations, while congratulating India for hosting the “exceptionally well-organised” India AI Impact Summit 2026. The two leaders met at Hyderabad House on the sidelines of the summit and reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral ties, including trade and investment, digital technologies, defence, space, energy, culture and people-to-people e...

February 15, 2026 3:09 PM

Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with German leadership

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman senior German leaders and industrialists during her visit to Germany, discussing bilateral trade ties in the backdrop of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and ways to scale up cooperation in manufacturing, technology and agriculture. On Saturday, Sitharaman met Lars Klingbeil, Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister of Finance of Germany, and discussed the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz in India in...

February 12, 2026 11:46 AM

India-EU FTA catalyses a new era for India’s woodworking and furniture industry

As India charges toward its Viksit Bharat vision, the woodworking and furniture industry has emerged as a frontline driver of industrial growth. From 26 February to 2 March 2026, the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre will host INDIAWOOD 2026, the largest and most ambitious edition in the event's history. This 26th biennial edition arrives at a historic turning point for the nation's manufacturing sector, largely driven by the progress of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Popularly dubbe...

January 28, 2026 2:18 PM

‘India comes out on top’: US Trade Representative Greer says India gains access to EU markets after FTA

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has said that India stands to benefit the most from the recently concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union, citing greater market access, labour advantages, and potential mobility opportunities for Indian workers. In an interview with Fox News, Greer said the agreement must be viewed in the context of shifting global trade dynamics under US President Donald Trump's push to prioritise domestic production. He noted that the Eur...

January 28, 2026 10:54 AM

President Murmu hosts EU leaders, hails India-EU FTA and shared democratic values

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday hosted António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking a historic moment in India-European Union relations. The two EU leaders were the Chief Guests at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations - the first time the European Union has participated in this capacity - underscoring the growing depth and trust in the India-EU Strategic Partnership. Welcoming the visiti...