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

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...

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

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 ...

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

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...

Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with German leadership

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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

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...

India–EU FTA opens new doors for pharma, MedTech; Nadda hails access to $572.3 billion EU market

January 27, 2026 11:44 PM

India–EU FTA opens new doors for pharma, MedTech; Nadda hails access to $572.3 billion EU market

Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers J.P. Nadda on Tuesday said the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) opens new avenues for the pharmaceuticals and medical devices sectors, providing Indian manufacturers access to the EU’s $572.3 billion pharma and MedTech market. He said liberalised tariffs under the agreement would accelerate growth in high-value segments and strengthen India’s role as a reliable global healthcare partner. India and the European Union announced the...

PM Modi calls India-EU partnership a new engine of global growth at business forum

January 27, 2026 8:59 PM

PM Modi calls India-EU partnership a new engine of global growth at business forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and the European Union are entering a new era of partnership, marked by unprecedented alignment between the world’s two largest democratic powers, as he addressed the India–European Union Business Forum at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Welcoming the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission and business leaders from both sides, the Prime Minister said the visit of EU leaders to India was not a routine diplo...

Amit Shah hails India-EU trade deal as defining moment for global trade engagement

January 27, 2026 8:46 PM

Amit Shah hails India-EU trade deal as defining moment for global trade engagement

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Tuesday hailed the India–EU Trade Deal, calling it a defining moment in India’s global trade engagement and a major boost to the country’s mission of building an Atmanirbhar Bharat. In a series of posts on X, Shah said the agreement marks a strategic breakthrough for India and reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomatic vision on the global stage. He said the deal is based on win-win agreements and establishes a trusted...